The eagerly awaited sequel to Gladiator, aptly named ‘Gladiator 2’, is set to arrive in cinemas this November, but the absence of Russell Crowe from the lineup will surely leave his admirers disheartened the actor won’t be gracing the screen, not even in a flashback scene.

Legendary director Ridley Scott has shed light on why the revered actor wasn’t called back for the second installment, despite widespread acclaim for his performance in the original movie.

Admirers of the first Gladiator…