Natalie Portman to become the Goddess of Thunder in upcoming Thor movie

Natalie Portman will star as the Goddess of Thunder in the next instalment of Marvel’s Thor movies, Thor: Love and Thunder.

Ms Portman, who is Jewish, plays Dr Jane Foster in the franchise, the love interest of Thor, portrayed by Chris Hemsworth who gains his superhero powers in the film, set to be released in 2021.

Her character's new status was revealed at the latest Comic Con when she walked out on stage holding a replica of Thor’s hammer Mjolnir, which can only be wielded by ‘worthy’ individuals. 

The film is the second Thor movie to be directed by Taika Waititi – whose mother is of Jewish descent – and his third appearing as the character of Korg.