Nicholas Galitzine Shakes Up Instagram with He-Man Reveal

The highly anticipated live-action reboot of 'Masters of the Universe' has officially wrapped up filming, and star Nicholas Galitzine has given fans a tantalizing sneak peek at his portrayal of the iconic He-Man.

In an exciting Instagram post, Galitzine shared a first look at himself as Adam, the alter-ego of He-Man, stating, "That’s a wrap on Masters of the Universe! It’s been an honour shouldering the responsibility of playing Adam and He-Man. I put everything into it, and I’m so proud of the movie we’ve made. Thanks to our amazing cast and crew for all your hard work."

A Mysterious Glimpse at the Hero's Transformation

While the image captured from behind did not provide a full view of Galitzine in costume, fans caught glimpses of his character's tight likeness to the original animated series. Shadows obscure his physique, but the trademark hairstyle and the legendary Power Sword are tantalizingly visible.

Star-Studded Cast Joins Galitzine in Epic Reboot

Alongside Galitzine as He-Man, the movie boasts an impressive lineup: Camila Mendes as Teela, Jared Leto as the menacing Skeletor, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, and Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, among others. The film is helmed by director Travis Knight with a screenplay written by Chris Butler.

Galitzine's Grueling Transformation Journey

In preparation for his role, Galitzine underwent a grueling transformation regimen. He revealed to Vogue, "I’ve been lifting all the heavy things to get into He-Man shape." With a diet of about 4,000 calories per day, he stated, "This is the fun part," despite the challenges of physical training.

As the filming progresses, he quipped about the 'cutting phase' of his training: "I can only apologize for the person I’m going to become in a few months’ time." Galitzine's commitment to embodying the universe's strongest man promises to deliver a compelling He-Man.

Release Date and Nostalgic Throwback

Fans won’t have to wait long to see the new iteration of He-Man; 'Masters of the Universe' hits theaters on June 5, 2026. Meanwhile, if you're feeling nostalgic, the original 1987 live-action film featuring Dolph Lundgren is currently streaming for free on PlutoTV and available on Prime Video.