Superman's Friends, Malik Ali & Robot #12 - Dinesh Thyagarajan's & Grace Chan's First Interview

Dinesh Thyagarajan plays Malik “Mali” Ali, a humble Metropolis falafel vendor whose kindness toward Superman makes him a quiet hero in Superman (2025). Mali’s bravery in the face of Lex Luthor’s cruelty cements him as one of the film’s most poignant characters, with his scene standing out as one of the most emotionally impactful in the entire film to critics and fans. His performance has been praised by director James Gunn.

Grace Chan is a Chinese-Australian American actress and dancer making her feature film breakthrough in Superman (2025) as Superman Robot #12. A loyal mechanical aide in the Fortress of Solitude, #12 brings a touch of humor and personality to the team of Kryptonian robots, memorable for her enthusiastic line, “He looked at me!”