He became a global star thanks to his roles in “Fast & Furious,” “Baywatch,” and “Jumanji.” Now, Dwayne Johnson, aka “The Rock,” is taking on a new challenge. The actor plays former wrestler Mark Kerr in the new film “The Smashing Machine.” To get into the character’s shoes, he had to undergo a major physical transformation.

“The Smashing Machine” premiered Monday at the Venice Film Festival, and the audience was enthusiastic. After the screening, the actors received a standing ovation that lasted no less than fifteen minutes. Dwayne Johnson, who underwent a true transformation for his role, was deeply moved by the audience's enthusiasm.

Dwayne Johnson, who wears not only a black wig but also several prosthetics in the film, considers his role in “The Smashing Machine” a new beginning. “This film changed my life,” he explained to the BBC. “I was afraid to go this far, but this opportunity presented itself. The film industry can sometimes put you in a box, saying, ‘This is what you’re going to do and this is who people want you to be.’”

Dwayne Johnson's Physical Transformation

But Hollywood already seems convinced by this new side of Johnson. “He looks like a completely different actor,” we read in 'Variety', which is full of praise for him. The change in appearance of “The Rock” has not escaped his fans. In addition to his physical transformation on set, the actor has also lost a lot of weight: around 27 kilos. “He didn't follow a trend or use AI, he made voluntary changes to his diet,” we read on X.