Benedict Cumberbatch is unrecognisable thanks to straggly beard on Doctor Strange set
FANS have been given their first taster of what they can expect from Marvel's upcoming blockbuster, Doctor Strange.
Benedict Cumberbatch was filming Marvel's Doctor Strange in Nepal today
Benedict Cumberbatch was sporting a very impressive and equally bushy beard when he was photographed on the Nepal set today.
The usually clean-shaven actor was pictured as the title character for the first time as he shot scenes on location.
The 39-year-old was a long way from his normally polished self as neurosurgeon Stephen Strange, with his straggly facial hair and unkept 'do as he chatted to crew members.
The Sherlock star blended into the background in the busy streets, thanks to his long coat and brown trousers.
The British actor sported a bushy beard as the title character
Benedict blended into the busy background
Filming is largely set to take place at Pinewood Studios in London, starting in December.
A number of fans shared snapshots after spotting Benedict hard at work in the South Asian country.
Prayush Khadka captioned one: "Shooting around new road and old area of Basantapur and Ason. More pics. (Not my pic) #drstrange #movie."
Benedict cumberbatch in Nepal...shooting for #drstrange#movie#cumberbatch pic.twitter.com/LHcFrSlMrm
— Prayush Khadka (@Technicalyright) November 4, 2015
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It's thought that the scene being shot this morning is for the beginning of the film, which will see Doctor Strange head to the East to find sorcerer, the Ancient One, played by Tilda Swinton.
The character is hoping the aged wizard can heal his mangled hands, following a devastating car accident.
The film will also star Mads Mikkelsen, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Rachel McAdams, and is set for release in November 2016.
One of the many versions of neurosurgeon Stephen Strange