India, Jan. 30 -- At a time when the Marvel Cinematic Universe seems permanently locked in a race to outdo itself, Wonder Man chooses to slow things down. Released on JioStar under Marvel's character-first Spotlight banner, the series deliberately steps away from sky-shattering battles and sprawling lore, opting instead for something far quieter - and far more personal. This is Marvel turning its gaze inward, toward failure, insecurity and the fragile hope that keeps artists chasing the next audition.

The series centres on Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), an actor who has spent over a decade stuck on the fringes of Hollywood, talented but chronically self-sabotaging. Simon also happens to possess unexplained powers, which he has c...