'Star Wars: Episode 8' Release Date & Cast: Benicio Del Toro To Play A Villain; Han Solo To Make A Comeback? -- What We Know So Far [VIDEO]

Fans are now talking about "Star Wars: Episode 8" after the "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" successfully premiered and even broke blockbuster records after its release. While the latest installment is at the topmost level of its victory, several followers of the "Star Wars" franchise cannot wait for the next episode.

Movie producer Kathleen Kennedy confirmed that there will be an addition of new cast members in "Star Wars: Episode 8." She also clarified that current stars who are in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" will be retained in the forthcoming sequel.

However, fans got confused since Han Solo, who is one of the major characters in the movie, was killed; they are asking if the character portrayed by actor Harrison Ford will be making a major comeback in the next installment. So far, no details about it were made available yet.

Moreover, another thing to be excited about in the upcoming "Star Wars: Episode 8" is the addition of Benicio Del Toro as a villain. Lawyer Herald reported that the latest joining of the actor has already been confirmed. However, names of other stars who will also be seen in the upcoming film were not yet announced.

As of now, Disney is looking for an actress for a lead role. Along with other supporting roles, the entertainment giant wants a lady aged between 20 to 35 years old.

Meanwhile, Kristen Stewart has words for the new film darling Daisy Ridley. The "Twilight" saga star told the budding actress, who plays the character of Rey in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," to focus on the things that makes her happy.

"Focus on the fact that you're stoked 'cause you're doing the work that you want to do. It's literally mainly just about focusing on what makes you happy," Kristen told Movie Pilot when asked what advice she would give to Daisy. "And if losing your anonymity or whatever doesn't make you happy, then focus on something else."