Iman Vellani’s portrayal of Kamala Khan, more popularly known as Ms. Marvel, in the MCU’s Phase 4 has been a highlight. Yet, despite her awe-inspiring moments, there remain several superpowers rooted in Marvel Comics that she has yet to exhibit on-screen.

The MCU introduced us to a teen Kamala from New Jersey in “Ms. Marvel” on Disney+. She remarkably wields a mysterious bangle gifted by her grandmother, unlocking a fascinating blend of her latent mutant power and a lineage connecting her to the Noor Dimension. With these capabilities, she masterfully takes on foes such as the Clandestine. However, the difference between her comic book abilities and what’s seen on the silver screen is quite evident.

Kamala’s Inhuman Roots in Comics

In the MCU, Kamala Khan dazzles as a newly minted mutant, indicating a possible path toward the X-Men’s cinematic introduction. Yet, in the comics, she’s an Inhuman. After a global release of Terrigen Mists, Kamala awakens her dormant Inhuman genes. Though the shift in her backstory for the MCU may offer new storytelling avenues, it also diverts from her original abilities.

Stretching Beyond Limits

Comic fans will remember Kamala’s power to modify her body into varying shapes, much akin to Reed Richards or Mister Fantastic. By doing so, she can stretch her limbs, torso, or even neck to unimaginable lengths. In the MCU, while she does use hard light to mimic these effects, it lacks the organic essence present in the comics.

Size Matters: Growing and Shrinking at Will

Another fascinating power in her arsenal is size manipulation. Imagine the stature-altering prowess of Ant-Man but without the need for a suit. Though the MCU adaptation showcases her using hard-light constructs to adjust her size, the original comics depict this change as an inherent biological function.

Rapid Healing Awaits Her

Kamala, in the comics, can recover from severe injuries at an accelerated rate, putting her in league with other superheroes boasting regenerative powers. Although this hasn’t made its way into the MCU yet, given the perils of superhero life, it may be a matter of time.

Master of Disguise through Shapeshifting

One of the most fascinating abilities in the comics is Kamala’s shapeshifting prowess. Whether it’s adopting the likeness of Captain Marvel or morphing into everyday objects, Ms. Marvel can seamlessly blend in or stand out. The MCU has yet to explore this, focusing on her hard-light constructs, but who knows what the future holds?

With such a rich backdrop of abilities from Marvel Comics, the MCU’s Ms. Marvel indeed has a reservoir of untapped potential. As the MCU narrative expands, fans eagerly anticipate seeing more facets of Kamala Khan’s character, possibly diving deeper into her superpowered heritage and abilities.