Actress Amber Heard, known for portraying Mera in the DC universe, has disclosed that her role was largely removed from Aquaman 2. At a recent court proceeding involving Johnny Depp, Heard confirmed that her character was minimized in the film. sources close to the production indicate Warner Bros. initially resisted including Mera in the sequel, leading Heard to negotiate hard to secure any part for the heroine. After lengthy talks, Heard did appear in Aquaman 2, but in a significantly reduced capacity.
Throughout production, Heard described receiving multiple script revisions in which scenes featuring Mera and key action set pieces were cut or diminished. She stated that the company provided a script, followed by new versions where important moments for her character and on-screen confrontations were removed, effectively shrinking her role. Despite these changes, Heard remained credited for her involvement, yet many fans have continued to voice disappointment. A petition circulating online, which calls for Heard’s removal from Aquaman 2, has collected a substantial number of signatures from supporters and detractors alike, reflecting ongoing public debate surrounding her casting.
The dispute between Heard and Depp has spanned several years, with both actors’ careers experiencing notable turbulence as a result. Depp faced high-profile departures from major projects, which some observers attribute to the publicized conflict and its fallout. In contrast, Heard has faced intensified scrutiny from a portion of the fan base, illustrating how personal legal battles can intersect with attention on film releases and casting decisions. The broader conversation continues to touch on how off-screen controversies may or may not influence audience reception and studio decisions in big franchise productions. (source: court records and public statements from the involved parties, 2024)