The eighth episode of the "Star Wars" movie series is reportedly eyeing "The Diary of a Teenage Girl" actress Bel Powley to join the cast.
Praised for her performance in the 2015 drama starring Kristen Wiig and Alexander Skarsgard, Powley is believed to be in contention for a lead role in "Episode VIII", reported Ace Showbiz.
Gugu Mbatha-Raw was previously rumored to be eyed for the same role, which is being said as a "pivotal character".
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Powley and Mbatha-Raw are not the only candidates to play the said role.