In a surprising turn of events, Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have embarked on a mission to secure the rights to Madonna's iconic hit song, "Like a Prayer," for their upcoming collaboration, Deadpool & Wolverine. The duo, along with director Shawn Levy, faced a daunting task as the Queen of Pop is notoriously selective about licensing her music.

During a recent interview with talk show host Andy Cohen, Levy revealed that obtaining permission from Madonna involved a personal visit. The trio showed her the scene where the song would be used, emphasizing its significance in the film. Reynolds interjected, highlighting the fact that Madonna rarely licenses "Like a Prayer," intensifying the challenge of acquiring the track.

Describing the encounter, Levy stated that meeting Madonna felt like interacting with royalty, while Reynolds humorously admitted his uncertainty about how to address the global superstar. Fortunately, Reynolds was granted the opportunity to ask the pop sensation for her consent, gaining her approval after an in-depth discussion on the context and intention behind the film's use of the song.

But Madonna's involvement didn't end there. Upon reviewing the scene, she astutely provided a valuable suggestion that ultimately enhanced the sequence. Reynolds enthusiastically shared her feedback, revealing that it prompted the team to schedule a new recording session within 48 hours to incorporate her insight.

In addition to the inclusion of Madonna's hit, Deadpool & Wolverine has another surprise in store for fans. X-23, also known as Laura Kinney, will make an appearance in the film. The character, who was first introduced in the critically acclaimed movie Logan when she was just 11, will be portrayed by Dafne Keen, now 19, reprising her role in this latest Marvel installment.

With the star-studded cast, the intriguing use of Madonna's iconic song, and the return of X-23, Deadpool & Wolverine is shaping up to be a highly anticipated cinematic experience. Fans will be able to catch the action-packed film when it hits theaters on July 26.