"He Deserves Better": Himesh Patel Is Stealing The Show In "The Odyssey" Despite Little Promotion, And Viewers Are Calling It Out

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Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey has splashed into theaters globally and scored epically at the box office, to the tune of $264M worldwide.

Two actors in period clothing stand outdoors by a water body in a desert setting, looking thoughtful

However, Himesh Patel, who's featured quite heavily throughout The Odyssey's runtime (which is almost 3 hours long in total), has gotten minimal press coverage.

Person wearing a stylish studded jacket over a black shirt, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression

In the film, Himesh plays Eurylochus, Odysseus's trusted, second-in-command soldier. He's not only fiercely loyal, but he also calls out Odysseus and serves as his conscience as they try to make their dangerous trek home to Ithaca.

Three actors in ancient warrior costumes with helmets and armor, standing on a sandy landscape, possibly on a movie set

So where was the love for Himesh throughout The Odyssey's promotion cycle? Since his character is a steady presence in the film, it seems like a sorely missed opportunity.

Actors dressed as ancient soldiers in helmets and armor, walking through a forest

After seeing The Odyssey, people are praising Himesh's stellar performance and also calling out the lack of promotion he received for his role:

"himesh patel was one of the standout performances in The Odyssey but no one is ready for that conversation."

Tweet by user stating, "Himesh Patel was one of the standout performances in The Odyssey but no one is ready for that conversation."

"Himesh Patel gives one of the best performances in The Odyssey, and has a very prominent role, yet the marketing pretends he’s barely in the film. Hope his flowers will come because he deserves better."

Tweet praising Himesh Patel's performance in "The Odyssey," criticizing marketing for underplaying his role, and hoping for due recognition

"Himesh Patel is so good in everything he’s in and he should be a household name."

"Himesh Patel is so good in everything he’s in and he should be a household name."

"I know The Odyssey cast is jam-packed, but you have to give Himesh Patel his flowers for his performance."

Tweet praising Himesh Patel's performance in "The Odyssey," highlighting the show's full cast

"You can see him slowly lose faith in Odysseus, it’s a great performance."

"You can see him slowly lose faith in Odysseus, it’s a great performance."

"MY MVP! When it comes to support, he was insane in his role."

"MY MVP! When it comes to support, he was insane in his role."

"dude acted his ass off. his performance stood out for me and that’s definitely saying a lot especially with this stacked cast!!"

Tweet praising an actor's standout performance in a talented cast, posted on July 18

"so heres how we get Himesh Patel best supporting actor at the oscars"

Tweet suggesting ways to help Himesh Patel win Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars

"Best supporting actor worthy performance. His arc from blind loyalty to abject rage and hate was amazing. Trying not to give spoilers, hope you’re smelling what I’m stepping in?"

Tweet praising a performance as best supporting actor-worthy, noting character development from loyalty to rage

"Streets saying Himesh Patel might’ve been the best performer in The Odyssey."

Tweet saying, "Streets saying Himesh Patel might’ve been the best performer in the odyssey."

Here's hoping Himesh gets credit where credit is due when awards season comes around.

What did you think of Himesh as Eurylochus in The Odyssey? Let me know in the comments.

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