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Dave Bautista Shows Off Physical Transformation Ahead of ‘God of War’ Series
Actor Dave Bautista has shared a video on Instagram showing off his physical transformation as he prepares to play Kratos in Prime Video's live-action adaptation of God of War. The former WWE star, who has appeared notably leaner in recent films than during his wrestling days or his breakout role as Drax in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is now bulking back up to suit the muscular Spartan warrior character.
In the caption, Bautista said he was three weeks into weight training with two more months to go before reaching the physique he needs. He stepped into the lead role last month after original star Ryan Hurst tore a bicep performing a stunt, joining a cast that includes Mandy Patinkin, Ed Skrein and Teresa Palmer. The series, showrun by Ronald D. Moore, follows Kratos and his son Atreus and will draw largely on the two most recent God of War games; production is set to resume in Vancouver this autumn.
In short
- Dave Bautista is bulking up to play Kratos in God of War series
- He replaced Ryan Hurst, who suffered a stunt injury
- Filming resumes in Vancouver this autumn
Explained simply
God of War began as a video game series about Kratos, a warrior from ancient Greece who later lives in a world drawn from Norse mythology. The newer games focus on his relationship with his son, Atreus, as they travel together.
Prime Video is making a live-action series based largely on those newer games, with Ronald D. Moore leading the show. Dave Bautista, known for wrestling and acting roles including Drax in Marvel films, is set to play Kratos; the cast also includes Mandy Patinkin, Ed Skrein and Teresa Palmer.
The role calls for Kratos to appear as a powerful, muscular warrior, so Bautista’s preparation involves changing his physique. The series brings a well-known game story to television and centres on the bond between a father and son.
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