Why Shalla-Bal Being The MCU's Silver Surfer Rather Than Norrin Radd Is Actually Perfect

In TheFantastic Four: First Steps, Marvel Studios made a bold departure from comic book canon by reimagining Silver Surfer as Shalla-Bal instead of the traditionally established Norrin Radd, but this actually makes much more sense. The MCU’s TheFantastic Four: First Stepsbrings Marvel’s First Family to the MCU timeline, along with the iconic Silver Surfer. Rather than being a jarring twist, the change to Silver Surfer enhances the emotional and narrative stakes and brings a welcome evolution to a character who, despite his iconic status, has always been more of a cosmic symbol than a compelling individual.