In the latest episodes of Marvel's "Daredevil: Born Again," fans were treated to several clever Easter eggs and MCU connections that deepen the show's ties to the broader Marvel universe.
The fifth episode, titled "With Interest," features a notable crossover appearance by Yusuf Khan (played by Mohan Kapur), reprising his role as Ms. Marvel's father from previous MCU projects. During his interaction with Matt Murdock, Khan proudly displays a Ms. Marvel Funko POP figure, creating a subtle yet meaningful connection to Jersey City's young superhero.
The episode's St. Patrick's Day bank heist scenario pays homage to classic crime thriller elements while incorporating uniquely Marvel touches. The color-coded robbers - wearing green, red, yellow, blue, and purple balaclavas - create a visually striking parallel to various Marvel character color schemes.
The narrative also references Matt Murdock's ongoing internal struggle, particularly following the events involving Bullseye (Wilson Bethel) and Foggy's death. This character development ties directly back to the series' original themes about the "devil" within the Murdock bloodline.
A particularly meaningful moment occurs when Matt returns to switch the diamond with a piece of candy on Khan's desk, demonstrating his complex moral code and vigilante justice approach that fans have come to expect from the character.
The episodes maintain continuity with earlier storylines, including callbacks to the truck hijacking at Red Hook Port and the ongoing tension between New York's Five Families, weaving together multiple plot threads that have been developing throughout the season.
These latest installments showcase how "Daredevil: Born Again" continues to balance standalone storytelling with broader MCU connections while staying true to the gritty, street-level nature of the character.