Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Reveals Why He Lost So Much Weight
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Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson is no stranger to physical transformations, but his latest one may be his most unexpected yet. Appearing at the Toronto International Film Festival, the actor unveiled a noticeably leaner frame - and a surprising new direction for his career.
During TIFF's «In Conversation With» series, the 53-year-old actor shared that he slimmed down intentionally for his next project, a quirky adaptation of Daniel Pinkwater's 1980 novel Lizard Music.
«We're making a film called Lizard Music, based on a book by Daniel Pinkwater,» Johnson told the audience.
«It's about this whimsical, eccentric seventy-something-year-old man named the Chicken Man - and his best friend is a seventy-year-old chicken.»
A new chapter for Dwayne «The Rock» Johnson : from powerhouse to peculiar
For a performer known for his physical dominance, Johnson's new project is a striking pivot.
«I'm so excited because I get a chance to transform again, like I did with The Smashing Machine,» he said, referencing his critically acclaimed portrayal of MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the intense sports drama that premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
In The Smashing Machine, Johnson bulked up to embody a man consumed by violence and vulnerability - a role that earned him rave reviews and whispers of potential Oscar recognition.
Now, with Lizard Music, he's going the other way. «This is me slimmed down,» he joked. «I've still got a long way to go.»
The shift signals more than just a change in physique; it's a creative leap. Johnson seems intent on exploring eccentric, character-driven storytelling - far removed from his usual action-packed blockbusters.
For fans accustomed to seeing him crush cars or villains, the idea of watching him play a whimsical older man with a chicken companion is delightfully offbeat.
Industry watchers see Lizard Music as another sign that Johnson is expanding his artistic range. With his Venice success still fresh, this project could further establish him as a serious, risk-taking actor - not just a box-office powerhouse.
As one of Hollywood's most recognizable figures, Dwayne Johnson continues to rewrite the rules of stardom. Whether he's portraying a UFC fighter or a feathered man of mystery, one thing remains constant: his relentless drive to evolve.
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