“The love of your life comes back on the scene, and is now dressed like you.

It’s a real mindf— for Thor,” WaitititellsEmpirein a new interview.

Waititi was especially excited to let Portman explore new dimensions of her beloved astrophysicist.

Natalie Portman in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’

Natalie Portman in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’.Marvel Studios

You want her to be part of the adventure."

Luckily, Portman’s humor mixed well with Waititi’s offbeat vibe.

“Natalie’s really funny in real life,” he says.

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Natalie Portman and Chris Hemsworth in 2013’s ‘Thor: The Dark World’.Marvel/Kobal/Shutterstock

Thor: Love and Thunderhits theaters July 8.