Deleted scene featuring Keoghan's Joker delights 'The Batman' fans

Shot as part of the film, it was cut as Reeves felt Joker may distract viewers from the actual villain – the Riddler

While fans are rejoicing the success of the recently released The Batman, a deleted scene from Warner Bros' recent blockbuster has taken the internet by storm, which was first uploaded on YouTube in the form of an unlisted link by Warner Bros on Thursday. It was then shared by renowned director Matt Reeves himself on his Twitter handle. The clip features Robert Pattinson's Batman meeting and interacting with the Joker inside Arkham State Penitentiary, reported Variety.

The scene was eventually shot as part of the film's first act but cut as Reeves felt Joker's presence in the film may distract viewers from the actual villain – the Riddler (essayed by Paul Dano). Joker (Barry Keoghan) did make a brief appearance in the film's post-credits scene where he is seen talking to the Riddler. Sharing the deleted scene on the micro-blogging site, Koeghan posted, “Honestly, I am stuck for words but I am very very blessed to play this role after the amazing actors before me. Here’s my version Enjoy!”

Honestly I am stuck for words but I am very very BLESSED to play this role after the AMAZING AMAZING Actors before me.
Here’s my version
Enjoy
🃏❤️🐺 https://t.co/AKyD5dgcq3

— Barry Keoghan (@BarryKeoghan) March 24, 2022

The video opens with Batman visiting the Arkham to meet a mystery inmate. He hands over files about the Riddler's crimes to the inmate, asking for their opinion. The inmate, all this while, is out of focus of the camera, not revealing their identity. But the subtle laugh, scarred skin and blurred smile on the face hint at him being Batman's arch-nemesis, the Joker.

"This has upset you," the Joker says to Batman, who retorts, "We're not here to talk about me". It strongly hints at informing the audience about the two already have a history in this universe and somewhat of a symbiotic relationship where they both need each other. As Batman gets agitated and exits, we see the Joker's face up-close for the first time as he breaks out into his signature, villainous laughter. 

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