Jason Momoa on playing Lobo in Supergirl: 'I love anti-heroes'
Synopsis
Jason Momoa didn't just take the Lobo role — he's been waiting for it since childhood. The actor reveals a full-body transformation, a samurai code, and a lifelong comic obsession behind his most physically immersive character yet, as Supergirl heads to Indian cinemas on 26 June.
Key Takeaways
Jason Momoa plays Lobo in DC Studios' Supergirl , releasing in cinemas on 26 June in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
Momoa described Lobo as a childhood favourite, calling it the one comic he had collected in full.
The physical transformation — including massive scleras, horns, and full-body prosthetics — is the most immersive of his career, comparable to suiting up as Aquaman .
Milly Alcock stars in the dual role of Supergirl/ Kara Zor-El , with David Corenswet appearing as Superman .
The film is distributed by Warner Bros.
Pictures and co-stars Matthias Schoenaerts , Eve Ridley , and Emily Beecham .
Jason Momoa has opened up about why playing Lobo in DC Studios' upcoming film Supergirl is a dream role — one rooted in a childhood obsession with the comic book character and a love for morally complex figures who live by their own code.
Why Lobo Resonates with Momoa
'I love anti-heroes. I love someone who can be both good and bad and lives by a code. I think deep down there's like a samurai code in him,' Momoa said in a statement. The actor, known for his roles as Aquaman and Khal Drogo in Game of Thrones, described Lobo as the one comic book character he had collected in full. 'I had a lot of Spawn, and had some different Image comics, but Lobo was one of the big ones for me, so I figured, let me take a shot at it.'
The Physical Transformation
Momoa described the process of becoming Lobo as a rare, full-body transformation — comparable in impact to suiting up as Aquaman. 'The only time I've ever really experienced this kind of "whoa" transformation is on Aquaman, when I put on the gold suit. And Drogo kind of felt like that,' he said.
With Lobo, however, the transformation goes further. 'Everything's covered, there are literally massive scleras in my eyes. Hands… everything is this character. And I think when I put it on, the thing just came out. I was a bit nervous when we started, but then right when everything went on, you look at yourself and you're like, whoa. The horns pop up, and you push him back in, and then you go get back in there,' Momoa explained. He also cited the character's dreadlocks, motorcycles, and unfiltered personality as part of the appeal — 'his foul mouth, how everything about him is just crass, and the fact that he's not afraid to punch everyone in the face.'
About the Film
Supergirl centres on Kara Zor-El, cousin of Superman (Kal-El), portrayed by Milly Alcock in a dual role as Supergirl. The film traces Kara's origin as an interplanetary nomad — headstrong, worldly-wise, and often reckless — who is forced to confront a ruthless adversary threatening those closest to her, including her dog Krypto.
Alcock stars alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet, and Momoa. The film is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and releases in cinemas on 26 June in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
What to Expect
With Momoa's Lobo positioned as an 'unlikely companion' to Supergirl on an epic interstellar journey, the film looks to balance the tension between vengeance and justice — a dynamic that mirrors the anti-hero ethos Momoa has long been drawn to. Supergirl marks one of DC Studios' most anticipated releases of the year.
Point of View
Fan-beloved actor into a role he has genuinely coveted, which tends to produce performances that transcend contractual obligation. What's notable is how he frames Lobo not as a villain but as a figure with an internal moral architecture — the 'samurai code' framing. Whether the film earns that reading depends on the script, but the casting logic is sound. For Indian audiences, a multilingual release on 26 June signals Warner Bros. is treating this as a genuine tentpole, not a dubbed afterthought.
NationPress
10 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jason Momoa playing in Supergirl?
Jason Momoa plays Lobo, an anti-hero character, in DC Studios' Supergirl. Lobo is described as an interplanetary figure who lives by his own moral code, and Momoa has cited the character as a childhood favourite from his comic book collection.
When does Supergirl release in India?
Supergirl releases in Indian cinemas on 26 June in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. The film is distributed in India by Warner Bros. Pictures.
Who plays Supergirl in the new DC film?
Milly Alcock plays the dual role of Supergirl and Kara Zor-El in the film. She stars alongside Jason Momoa, David Corenswet (as Superman), Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, Emily Beecham, and David Krumholtz.
What is the Supergirl film about?
The film reveals the origin of Kara Zor-El, cousin of Superman, as an interplanetary nomad who must confront a ruthless adversary. She reluctantly teams up with an unlikely companion — Lobo — on an interstellar journey to save her best friend, her dog Krypto.
How did Jason Momoa prepare for the role of Lobo?
Momoa underwent an extensive physical transformation involving full-body prosthetics, massive scleral lenses, horns, and dreadlocks. He described the experience as comparable to putting on the Aquaman suit, saying the character 'just came out' once the costume was complete.
