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Mickey Rourke, Scarlett Johansson to star in 'Iron Man 2'
Washington, Mar 12 (ANI): Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson have been signed on to star in 'Iron Man 2' with Robert Downey Jr. in the lead.
While, the 'Wrestler' star will play the role of notorious Russian villain Whiplash, Johansson will play Black Widow.
"Scarlett is thrilled to be a part of Iron Man," E! Online quoted her rep Marcel Pariseau as saying.
Rourke finally sealed the deal after months of negotiations to star in the 'Iron Man' franchise, reports Variety.
Rourke's team had reportedly demanded more money after Marvel Entertainment's initial offer at 250,000 dollars. (ANI)
Story first published: Thursday, March 12, 2009, 13:28 [IST]