Pedro Pascal Gets Emotional at ‘Mandalorian and Grogu’ Panel in Mexico City

Chilean actor Pedro Pascal became visibly emotional during the Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu panel at CCXP Mexico in Mexico City. Joined by director Jon Favreau, Pascal spoke about the significance of seeing the character he originated on the Disney+ series now appear on the big screen. He recalled going to movie theaters frequently with his family and watching Star Wars films, making this theatrical release especially meaningful. Wearing a Mexico men’s World Cup 2026 jersey, Pascal expressed his long-held dream of bringing the Mandalorian to cinemas and shared a heartfelt message in Spanish, which drew cheers and applause from the audience. The event also highlighted the movie’s storyline, with Favreau explaining that the film expands the series while remaining accessible to new viewers. The story follows Din Djarin (Pascal) and his apprentice Grogu as they defend the New Republic, with Grogu now training under Luke Skywalker and exploring his own abilities. Producers include Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Ian Bryce, and Dave Filoni, with the screenplay by Favreau, Filoni, and Noah Kloor. The panel concluded with a preview of the movie’s opening footage, generating excitement among attendees. Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White also star in the upcoming film, which will be the first Star Wars feature released in theaters since 2019.