Denzel Washington made waves in November when he revealed that he plans to appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe before he retires. While promoting Gladiator II on Australias Today show, the two-time Oscar winner surprised everyone by announcing, [Black Panther director] Ryan Coogler is writing a part for me in the next Black Panther. The news understandably came as a shock to comic book fans, given that Marvel hasnt even announced Black Panther 3 yet, let alone whether Coogler will be returning to helm the project.Now, it looks like Washingtons comment may have come as a bit of a surprise to Coogler himself. During an appearance on the Variety Awards Circuit podcast, Washington revealed that he called the filmmaker recently to apologize for spilling the beans about his involvement in Black Panther 3. I called him the other day. I forgot what it was about no, I called him to apologize, Washington said. I said, Im sorry, man. Hes like, No, man, its all good.'Stefano Montesi / Sony PicturesThe actor went on to admit that he doesnt know exactly what Coogler has planned for him in Black Panther 3, only that hes going to be included in the film. I dont know what hes got cooking for me, Washington explained. I love Ryan, because hes like, he wont say things. You know what Im saying? Like, you know what Im saying? Well, at least thats when he talks to me.Recommended VideosIm like, No, I dont know what youre saying, Ryan, say it!' the actor continued. Thats how he sounds, right? Yeah, you know what Im saying? And Im like, Man, are you kidding me? Just write it! Whatever you write, Ill do it.'Please enable Javascript to view this contentFans will likely have to wait a bit to learn more about Coogler and Washingtons Black Panther 3 collaboration. Coogler is currently in the midst of finishing his next film, Sinners, an original horror movie starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld thats set to hit theaters in March. Whether or not he chooses Black Panther 3 as his follow-up to that film remains to be seen. Washington, for his part, is next set to appear in Highest 2 Lowest, a remake of Akira Kurosawas High and Low that marks a reunion between the actor and director Spike Lee.Editors Recommendations