The Rock undergoes jaw-dropping transformation to play MMA legend
DWAYNE “The Rock” Johnson is once again gracing our screens with his undeniable presence and, let’s be real, no one is complaining.
Those rock-hard abs are always a welcome sight and we all know he’s not one to shy away from flaunting them. Recently, social media exploded as the actor underwent a stunning transformation into mixed martial arts legend Mark Kerr for the biographical drama, The Smashing Machine. Fans were left speechless when images of Johnson as Kerr surfaced from Benny Safdie’s movie set.
While he maintains his trademark muscular physique, there’s a jaw-dropping alteration with facial prosthetics aiding his metamorphosis into the MMA icon. It’s crazy what a little make-up and a weave can do.
The movie, set to release in 2025, speaks volumes on Kerr’s legacy; a twotime UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and victor of the World Vale Tudo Championship, amassing over two dozen MMA titles in his career. Making waves across the digital landscape, A24, the American independent entertainment company, revealed an image on their X page.
The snapshot showcases The Rock as the formidable heavyweight champion, seated in a boxing ring, flanked by his cornermen.
@CJ07370 commented: “Damn! Crazy how well they made him look like Mark Kerr! This movie is gonna be awesome. Mark’s story is incredible and the documentary wasn’t enough.” @ozzymanld joked: “Rock finally gonna beat those ‘he can’t act’ allegations.”
“I used to watch Mark Kerr when I was a kid. I used to buy all the PrideFC tapes and watch them til they were worn out. I’m genuinely hyped for this,” @DeathTrapCult wrote.
In a previous article with Variety, he said: “I’m at a point in my career where I want to push myself in ways that I’ve not pushed myself in the past. I’m at a point in my career where I want to make film s that matter, that explore humanity and explore struggle (and) pain.”
The Smashing Machine also stars Emily Blunt.