Melissa Benoist Goes Nerdy Chic for 'Super Girl' Pilot Filming

Melissa Benoist carries some coffee and magazines while shooting scenes for the pilot of her new show Supergirl on Monday (March 9) in Los Angeles.

According to THR, the younger version of the 26-year-old actress’ character Kara Zor-El has just been cast. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles actress Malina Weissman landed the role.

SuperGirl centers on Superman’s cousin, who was born on the planet Krypton and escaped amid its destruction years ago. After arriving on Earth, Kara was taken in by a foster family, the Danvers, who taught her to be careful with her extraordinary powers (which she shares with her famous cousin).

Former Supergirl Helen Slater and ex-Superman Dean Cain will also guest-star.

25+ pics inside of Melissa Benoist filming SuperGirl…