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Dave Bautista is reaching unprecedented levels of buff for his role as Kratos: ‘2 more months to get to where I need to be’
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Dave Bautista has revealed he is undergoing an unprecedented physical transformation to play Kratos, the hulking protagonist of the God of War video games, in an upcoming screen adaptation. The former WWE wrestler and Guardians of the Galaxy actor said the bulking-up process has taken him beyond any physical preparation he has previously done for a role, underlining how seriously he is treating the part and the pressure to convincingly embody one of gaming's most recognisable, muscle-bound characters.
Bautista confirmed his training was still under way, saying he needed "2 more months" to reach the muscle mass he was targeting. No additional details emerged about the production's filming schedule or release date, but his comments indicated that a lengthy, intensive body-transformation regime remained the main focus before shooting could begin.
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In short
- Dave Bautista is bulking up for his God of War role as Kratos
- He says his physique is at unprecedented levels for this part
- Bautista needs roughly two more months to complete the transformation
How this story developed
- 2 months ago Actor Dave Bautista has given a fresh update on his physical transformation for the role of Kratos, the muscle-bound protagonist of the God of War games, in an upcoming screen adaptation.
- 2 months ago Actor Dave Bautista has revealed he is undergoing the most intense physical transformation of his career to play Kratos, the hulking protagonist of the God of War video game series, in an upcoming screen adaptation.
- 2 months ago Dave Bautista has revealed he is undergoing an unprecedented physical transformation to play Kratos, the hulking protagonist of the God of War video games, in an upcoming screen adaptation.
- 2 months ago Actor Dave Bautista has said he is undergoing the most intense physical transformation of his career to play Kratos, the hulking protagonist of the God of War video game series, in an upcoming screen adaptation.
- 2 months ago Actor Dave Bautista has revealed he is undergoing an intense physical transformation to play Kratos, the muscle-bound protagonist of the God of War video game franchise, in an upcoming screen adaptation.
- Variety Dave Bautista Shows Off Body Transformation to Play Kratos in ‘God of War’ Series: ‘Two More Months to Get to Where I Need to Be’
- Deadline ‘God Of War’ Star Dave Bautista Shows Off Transformation For Kratos Role
- Polygon 'God of War' Star Dave Bautista Shows Off Progress In Getting Kratos-Sized
- PC Gamer Dave Bautista is reaching unprecedented levels of buff for his role as Kratos: ‘2 more months to get to where I need to be’
- IGN New Dave Bautista Video Reveals He's Putting On a Ton of Muscle to Play Kratos in God of War
Explained simply
Dave Bautista is an actor and former WWE wrestler best known for playing Drax in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy films. He has been cast as Kratos, the central character of God of War, a hugely popular video game franchise, in a forthcoming screen adaptation of the series.
Kratos is depicted in the games as an extremely powerful, heavily muscled warrior, so the physical demands of the role are significant. Bautista, already known for his large build from his wrestling and acting career, has been undertaking an intensive training regime to bulk up further than he has for any previous part.
Screen adaptations of well-known video games tend to draw close scrutiny from fans over how faithfully actors and productions represent familiar characters, which is why Bautista's physical preparation for the role is attracting attention ahead of any further details on filming or release.
Coverage · 5 sources
- PC GamerDave Bautista is reaching unprecedented levels of buff for his role as Kratos: ‘2 more months to get to where I need to be’
- VarietyDave Bautista Shows Off Body Transformation to Play Kratos in ‘God of War’ Series: ‘Two More Months to Get to Where I Need to Be’
- Deadline‘God Of War’ Star Dave Bautista Shows Off Transformation For Kratos Role
- Polygon'God of War' Star Dave Bautista Shows Off Progress In Getting Kratos-Sized
- IGNNew Dave Bautista Video Reveals He's Putting On a Ton of Muscle to Play Kratos in God of War