Dwayne Johnson Plans Further Weight Loss for Upcoming Role

Dwayne Johnson recently revealed that he is continuing his dramatic weight loss journey to prepare for his upcoming role in the movie Lizard Music, where he will portray an eccentric 70-something-year-old character called the Chicken Man. This transformation follows his career-defining weight gain and physical change for his portrayal of former UFC champion Mark Kerr in The Smashing Machine, which premiered to critical acclaim at the Venice Film Festival. Johnson described his excitement for the new role and the chance to transform again, joking that preparing for the Chicken Man means "eating less chicken." Both films are directed by Benny Safdie, with whom Johnson has developed a strong collaborative relationship. Johnson expressed a desire to push his acting range beyond blockbuster action roles, embracing darker and more nuanced characters. His recent appearances at film festivals highlight a significant evolution in his career as he balances physical transformations with challenging new acting endeavors.