One in a Minion! Despicable Me 3 villain revealed as former 80s star with shoulder pads and an exploding Rubik's Cube in much-anticipated new trailer

By Julia Pritchard for MailOnline

Published: 16:58 EST, 14 December 2016 | Updated: 17:51 EST, 14 December 2016

The first two installments are some of the most popular animated films of this generation.

And the beloved Despicable Me franchise appears to be back with a bang, as it released the trailer for its hilarious third installment on Wednesday.

The preview unveils a brand new villain for the upcoming blockbuster - fallen 1980s star Balthazar Bratt complete with shoulder pads and a huge quiff, who challenges hero Gru to an epic dance-off at the end.

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Back with a bang: The beloved Despicable Me franchise teased at its return on Wednesday as it released the trailer for its hilarious third installment - starring new villain Balthazar Bratt

Man on a mission: The new villain takes shape as a fallen 1980s star complete with shoulder pads and a huge quiff

The new flick is set to follow favourites Gru, Lucy and their cheeky Minions in their battle against the former 80s child star. 

At first invoking terror by attempting to siege the ship, the anti-hero reveals himself to be not quite as threatening as he wishes, as he proceeds to moonwalk across the ocean to the sounds of Michael Jackson.

Clearly stuck in his famous past, the villain proceeds to use iconic items from the era as his weapons as he attempts world domination - including an exploding Rubik's Cube and destructive bubblegum.

Threatening? Clearly stuck in his famous past, the villain proceeds to use iconic items from the era as his weapons as he attempts world domination - including destructive bubblegum

'Is that a man in shoulder pads?': At first invoking terror by attempting to siege the ship, the anti-hero reveals himself to be not quite as threatening as he wishes

Balthazar, clad in a purple jumpsuit complete with bulging shoulder pads and rocking a full on quiff, later shakes up the villainous image further by challenging Gru to a dance-off in attempt to settle their battle.

Kicking and flailing pathetically in his routine, Gru is then seen knocking the wannabe popstar out with one blow - adding to the trailer's entertainment and proving that good always succeeds over evil.

Other hilarious features in the trailer include Gru and Lucy aptly nicknaming themselves 'Grucy' for their mission, and Gru succombing to the devastating pink gum, which strips him naked in front of his friends.

Looking the part: The new anti-hero appears clad in a purple jumpsuit complete with bulging shoulder pads and rocks a full-on quiff

Hidden weapons: Balthazar also later causes a bomb to go off from his Rubik's cube - a classic 80s toy

Fight to the finish: The new flick is set to follow favourites Gru, Lucy and their cheeky Minions in their battle against the former 80s child star

Trey Parker, who co-wrote and directed hit musical The Book of Mormon, provides the voice of the new colourful villain, while Steve Carrell and Kristen Wiig reprise their roles as Gru and Lucy.  

The film's plot follows Balthazar in his quest for a giant pink jewel and revenge on the world - after the TV show that catapulted him to fame was cancelled years ago due to puberty.

In addition, much-loved hero Gru becomes embroiled in sibling rivalry when he meets his long lost twin brother, Dru. 

Through the medium of dance: He later shakes up the villainous image further by challenging Gru to a dance-off in attempt to settle their battle

Just Beat It: Kicking and flailing pathetically in his routine, Gru is then seen knocking the wannabe popstar out with one blow

Plot twist: In addition, much-loved hero Gru (above) becomes embroiled in sibling rivalry when he meets his long lost twin brother, Dru

The family flick is set to be a success when it hits cinemas next summer - with its predecessor Despicable Me 2 grossing more then $970 million worldwide. 

During promotion for the second film back in 2013, Carrell credited the success of the series' to its sense of realism - which no doubt will extend into its third project.

Talking in an interview with I Am Rogue, the actor said: 'It's like you're watching real, living, breathing people. Even though they're from a parallel universe, they might not look exactly like human beings, you really get the sense that they're alive. And it's kind of remarkable.'

The film is scheduled to be released on June 30, 2017.

Fun for all the family: The hilarious new film is scheduled to be released on June 30, 2017

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