J.J. Abrams is gearing up to begin production on the highly anticipated follow up to 2009 blockbuster remake Star Trek. Most roles in the film have already been cast, with Zachary Quinto, Chris Pine, Karl Urban and the rest of the gang returning for part two… but who will play the villain?

According to Variety, Abrams has made up his mind on who he wants to play the top secret villain in the sequel. He wants Benicio Del Toro to take on the role and the actor is going to be offered the part before the weekend is through.

Mums the word on who the villain will be. Earlier talk pegged a Khan recast, but filmmakers put the kibosh on that rumor right quick.

I for one am all for Del Toro joining the cast as a bad guy, he’s an amazing actor and not given nearly the credit he is so deserving of.

Principal photography is set to begin early next year.

So, who you do think the villain will turn out to be? Place your bets in the comments section below!