The actor brings a sense of heaviness and community to everything he does – whether it’s promoting his new film Red Notice or advertising his tequila brand, Teremana
There are few things that are worth getting up to at 4 a.m. Talking to one of the biggest movie stars in the world (even if it’s on Zoom) is one of them. When Dwayne Johnson appears on my screen, he is three hours late. With the LA premiere of his new film, it’s been a crazy crowd red notice Then a day full of interviews (conducted by Netflix to promote said film) – the last day of mine. But his trademark smile is ready.
It is this sense of warmth that draws people in and that coupled with deep business sense has made the 49-year-old actor the highest or second highest paid actor in the last five years. ForbesAnnual Listing – With an estimated net worth of $430.4 million. Oprah Winfrey recently said, “I think the reason he’s liked is because he loves other people.” Vanity Fair magazine. “He’s really what he looks like. And people know that.”
For example, we can see how he uses social media to his advantage. His feed is full of his workouts and famous pancake cheat meals, brand endorsements and movie promotions. There are also pictures of him giving his five-year-old daughter Jasmine a manicure. It comes across as a busy, joyous mess, following perfectly curated Instagram profiles of influencers. But this is someone you want to be a part of.
In a clip that has been viewed 6.6 million times, Johnson pulls up in his pickup truck next to a tour bus driving through his Hollywood neighborhood. “Can you tell me where I can find The Rock?” He asks, as the tourists go wild. Just like that Vanity Fair The story, he tells, “was a time when no one knew who I was… I roll down the windows as a reminder. What an incredible position to be in. You got a chance to make someone’s day.” Is. “
the hustle is real
- Johnson is also a serial entrepreneur. Teremana, the tequila brand he launched last March, is his pride and joy (an interest he shared with co-star Reynolds, whose Aviation Gin was acquired by Diageo last August). is a custom red notice Cocktail recipe on Johnson’s Instagram, if anyone’s interested. He is also a co-owner of the American Football League, XFL; Has collaborated with Under Armor for a range of apparel; co-founded an energy drink, ZOA; And also featured in rapper Take N9ne’s new song ‘Face Off’.
thinking of tutus
As he settles in for our chat—his casual gray T-shirt is a nice contrast to the purple Ralph Lauren jacket of the previous day on the red carpet—we start with game plan (2007). One of my favorite movies, this is the last one where he is credited with his WWE stage name ‘The Rock’. “I really enjoyed doing that film,” Johnson says. “It was a turning point in my career.”
Not only did this mark a departure from being recognized as a former wrestling star to being recognized as an actor in his own right, but the Disney-produced film also showcased his versatility. As star quarterback Joe Kingman, he plays a typical jock, but by the end of the family comedy, he is in a tutu, dancing to a ballet recital.
As it turns out, all that dance was good practice for red notice, At a press conference earlier in the day, co-star Gal Gadot recalled a scene where they danced. “I was scared enough for my feet,” she laughs, as she continues, “that she thought she was dancing with Velociraptors.” Despite her 6’4″ muscular frame, “she’s light on her feet like a ballerina”, she says.
art for art’s sake
Johnson plays FBI profiler John Hartley in the art theft film directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber. This is the third time he is collaborating with Thurber. central intelligence And skyscraper, And their friendship on set is well documented. As cutting edge technology they both enjoy working together. In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Thurber referred to Komodo, a 6K camera he attached to a race drone to shoot immersive sequences — like the opening shot where he shows the audience at Johnson’s doorstep on a bridge. Lets ‘flight’ to stand. To a museum, and then the chase – where the camera never seems to cut.
It brings to mind that Johnson is often surrounded by relics and artifacts in his films (think Jumanji movies or more recent Jungle Cruise) The actor says, “I have always had a keen interest in history, and was curious about art. While I have had the privilege of traveling and seeing some interesting places… [Red Notice] Really opened my eyes to the world’s greatest museums and the art they have.” There’s technology, art, and action at every turn – Agent Hartley tries to bring down his rival, The Bishop (Gadot), art thief Nolan Booth (Ryan Reynolds). Throw in a narrow beard with some badly disrupted car chases, moped getaways, and a yacht, and you get a movie that doesn’t claim to be intellectual, but a lot of fun. Is.
netflix x action
Netflix has a penchant for big, bold action movies. think about 2019 6 underground, also starring Reynolds. The budget of the Michael Bay film was $150 million. or last year extraction, Directed by Sam Hargrave, for $65 million. On a scheduled visit to the Chris Hemsworth-starrer, I had a front row seat at how massive these productions could get. The crew had recreated the streets of Bangladesh on the outskirts of Bangkok, and even imported garbage bags from Kolkata to make the litter on the streets authentic!
Netflix acquired the distribution rights of red notice in 2019. Most of the film was shot in Atlanta, Rome and Sardinia before the pandemic, with an initial budget of $160 million. By the end, it was close to $200 million, making it the most expensive Netflix film of all time. In the film’s press conference, Johnson makes reference to the 1,000+ crew. So one can just imagine the production scale.
Gal Gadot and Dwayne Johnson at the press conference
there’s something about dj
While Johnson, the DJ for friends and fans, is quite capable of carrying a movie on his own, he excels in ensemble casts as well. In his 43-plus film career, pain gain, ns Jumanji movies, as well hobbs and shaw The spin-off comes to mind, as does his relationship with co-stars from Emily Blunt to Liam Hemsworth. While he and Gadot have acted fast and furious This is his first with the franchise, Reynolds. “I’ve known Gal for 10 years, and Ryan for 20,” he says. “The chemistry we share comes with experience and time and trust.”
on and off screen
- 25 Years of The Rock: November 1996 marked the 25th anniversary of Johnson’s WWE debut at the Survivor Series pay-per-view. One month content is coming on Mayur. On YouTube, check out an exclusive compilation of all his championship wins.
- Social Star: Johnson has retained his stage name on Instagram @therock. With 276 million followers, he is one of the top five most followed accounts (after football players Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi and the influential Kylie Jenner). He is behind Ronaldo in the list of highest paid celebrities on the media sharing platform.
- Superheroes Special: Together black adam, Johnson joined the DC family. After several roles that were a nod to his immense strength, he finally landed the role of a superhero in his own right. He will also voice Krypto the Superdog League of Super-PTicket, Both the films are scheduled to release in 2022.
- Fast and Furious Controversy: Johnson and Vin Diesel have since had public beef fast and furious 8, aka The Fate of the Furious, With the franchise ending with the 10th installment, Diesel detailed an olive branch earlier this week via an Instagram post. “No one else can play Hobbes (sic). I hope you rise to the occasion and fulfill your destiny,” he wrote. The ball is now in the court of “little brother” Dwayne.
And off screen with ‘Keeping It Real’. On November 5, she captioned a red carpet Instagram post from the premiere: “Two of the biggest movie stars in the world. And a man who is famous for wearing fanny packs. He’s referring, of course, to his iconic image of wearing a black turtleneck with jeans and a belted bag that he just can’t seem to get past.
The Bankable Star – Whose Fans Are Cut at All Ages – Has Been Nominated for Multiple People’s Choice Awards Jungle Cruise And young rock. There is even talk of him contesting for the presidency of the United States of America; Last month 46% of Americans voted and said they would support his candidacy. maybe it’s family friendly movies like tooth Fairy And moana what makes him relatable, or is it his in charge attitude in disaster movies like violent conduct And San Andreas. Maybe because he’s such a rock!
“I don’t think our Founding Fathers ever imagined a guy six-four, bald, tattooed, half black, half Samoan, drinking tequila, driving a pickup truck, wearing a fanny pack join his club – but if that Sometimes it happens ‘It would be an honor for me to serve you guys,’ he said back in February. Then last month, he admitted on Instagram, “I’m humble… but at the end of the day, I don’t care about politics.” Don’t know about the first thing. I may have some leadership qualities, but that doesn’t necessarily make me a great presidential candidate. And that’s where I am today.”
For now, this weekend has enough DJs to keep us going – double bill of red notice And Jungle Cruise (both premiered online yesterday), first on Netflix and the second on Disney+Hotstar.
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