In recent years, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has faded out of the professional wrestling scene, but he has emerged as a new person, and he has become the focus of the 40th wrestling mania with his unique charm. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson revealed in a post that he is currently undergoing rigorous training in mixed martial arts (MMA). This is not only to challenge himself, but also to perfectly interpret the new character of Mark Kerr in the movie "Smashing the Machine".
In Smasher, Dwayne Johnson will take on the role of MMA and UFC champion Mark Kerr, interpreting the life of the legend with his tenacity and courage, and will recreate his glory and struggles on screen. Johnson put a lot of passion and effort into the filming, not only sharing his thoughts and experiences on social media, but also taking this opportunity to deeply remember his friends who passed away by suicide, saying: "I have lost many friends over the years!"
1. I have lost many friends over the years
Dwayne Johnson wrote: "From the wrestling ring to the MMA cage, I felt that frenzy again in training camp in 2024. Although his body was injured by training, his inner passion grew stronger. Tomorrow, I'm going to start my training and get ready for the role of Mark Kerr. ”
In addition to this, Johnson also shared his love and respect for MMA fighters and culture. He mentioned that over the years, he has lost many friends who have committed suicide due to drug addiction and mental health struggles. These experiences have made him more aware of the importance of mental health. Therefore, he called on everyone to be brave enough to communicate with others and ask for help if they encounter mental health problems.
When talking about Mark Kerr, Johnson was full of respect. He praised Kerr as the godfather of MMA and UFC, one of the greatest fighters on the planet. He said it was an honor for him to play such a legend. At the same time, he is also looking forward to sharing more updates about the film.
2. Start training for the movie "Crusher".
For "The Rock", the big screen has long been his stage. Since venturing into professional wrestling in 1996, he has quickly made a name for himself as a high-profile wrestling star. However, "The Rock's" ambitions did not stop there, and in 2001 he turned to show business, starring in the movie "The Mummy Returns". It was this work that allowed him to embark on the fast track to fame, and since then he has shined in the film and television industry. Now, he's training in MMA to prepare for his new role, showing his spirit of constantly challenging himself and striving for excellence.
In the 2024 wrestling ring, "The Rock" is the "Last Lord," but behind the glory is the painful training he must endure. Like a phoenix, he jumped from the wrestling ring to a whole new realm – the iron cage of MMA. When the shocking announcement of "The Rock" came, fans were in an uproar, but he was determined to take on this new challenge.
"Wrestlers, right behind me, from tomorrow onwards, I'm going to start a new journey, this time, I'm going to dance with the MMA cage. His words were full of firmness and determination. He is preparing for his next film, "The Crusher", and he will play the legendary MMA fighter, Mark Kerr.
Mark Kerr, born December 21, 1968 in Toledo, Ohio, USA, is the godfather of the UFC and a heavyweight legend in MMA, and his career has been full of ups and downs. He was the greatest fighter on earth, a beast-like being. He started MMA in 1997 and was successful. In 1998, Mark signed for the UFC and competed in Japan's PRIDE event, and by 2000 he had a 12-0-1 career record, but suffered his first career defeat in May by a points loss to Japan's Kazuyuki Fujita.
In 1999, he was hospitalized with an overdose of narcotics and had a nervous breakdown, and was admitted to a rehabilitation center in order to get rid of his drug addiction. He wrestles with drug addiction, with success, failure, love. Overall, his life is like a real Hollywood blockbuster, full of drama.
Dwayne Johnson said: "A lot of people know that Crusher was inspired by Mark Kerr. He is a hero in my heart, his life, his struggle, his glory, will all be shown in this movie. He was grateful for the opportunity to play the legend and said he would do his best, not only for Kerr, but also for the fighters who fought quietly in MMA and UFC. His determination and enthusiasm have infected everyone who pays attention to him.
Dwayne Johnson said: "I will devote myself to this training with awe and respect for this field. I want to do my best not only for Mark Kerr, but also for the fighters, for their culture, for their spirit. ”
From the wrestling ring to the cage of MMA, Dwayne Johnson will challenge himself once again. His second bootcamp is about to begin, for his next role, for that movie – "The Smasher". Although his body was injured from training, his spirit was stronger. He's ready, and he's going to show the world that he's not just a good actor, he's a real fighter.
For actors, the body is their rice bowl, and in order to create that impeccable figure, they always do their best and do everything. When it comes to Hollywood's fitness legends, Dwayne Johnson's name is famous. This fitness maniac, no matter where he is, always carries his valuable fitness equipment with him, wherever he goes, and practices wherever he goes. In his sweaty workouts, he not only carved out his strong muscles, but also strengthened his understanding and respect for MMA and professional wrestling.
Acting is not only an art, but also a challenge. It tests the actor's physical, emotional, and spiritual spirits. And Johnson, he knows that. He's going to interpret Mark Kerr in his own way, to speak up for the MMA and UFC communities, and to show the spirit of a true fighter.