Newcomer Daniela Melchior has reportedly landed a major role in the upcoming "Suicide Squad" sequel. The Portuguese actor will portray villainous Ratcatcher in the James Gunn-directed film, reported Variety. The character was originally portrayed as a man in the comics but will be reimagined for the movie.

Melchior joins fellow franchise newcomers -- Idris Elba, John Cena and David Dastmalchian -- as well as returning cast members Margot Robbie and Jai Courtney. Gunn will write and direct the movie, which is expected to go into production later this year.