Rila Fukushima Replaces Devin Aoki On 'Arrow'

By: Kyle Pinion Thursday, August 28, 2014 0 comments

It seems like last minute recasting is becoming a regular occurrence with these DC on TV properties. First came the major Constantine overhaul last month of its female lead, and now Arrow is getting in on the game.

Rila Fukushima, who you may know better from her role as Yukio in The Wolverine, will be joining the cast of Arrow as Tatsu Yamashiro aka Katana. In the series, Katana will be one of Oliver's mentors in flashback sequences that will clearly find a way to impact the present day, as they are wont to do on that show.

Fukushima replaces Devin Aoki who had to leave the series due to scheduling issues. The third season of Arrow will debut on October 8.

Source: Deadline