Dave Bautista Is Going Full God Mode to Play Kratos in ‘God of War’
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Dave Bautista’s Drax had a 10/10 ability to turn invisible and kill with a healthy dose of humor. But with his upcoming role as Kratos in God of War, fans might now want the actor to reveal his secret to bulking up like an actual god. The former WWE star is no stranger to transforming his physique for the big screen, but playing the God of War calls for a whole new level of muscle.
Kratos is practically built like a walking mountain of rage, so Bautista’s latest transformation is less about hitting the gym and more about preparing to look like he could take on the entire Greek pantheon before breakfast.
Dave Bautista's recent gained 20 pounds are a testament to his WWE past
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With Wu-Tang Clan's 'Triumph' playing and donning a God of War t-shirt, Dave Bautista took to his Instagram Story to share how he has gained an easy-peasy 20 pounds for his role as Kratos for the upcoming flick.
"Gained 20lbs for GOW," he wrote in his story with a 250 sticker, indicating his current weight.
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Bautista signed to play Kratos back in August of this year, replacing Ryan Hurst, who was cast originally but had to step back due to an onset injury. The movie's filming began in Vancouver in February of this year.
While Bautista flexed his gained pounds on his Instagram Story, what will the God of War movie follow in its storyline?
Everything we know about God of War
Prime Video’s live-action God of War series has received a two-season order, with Dave Bautista officially stepping in as Kratos after Ryan Hurst’s exit. Based on the popular PlayStation games, the show follows Kratos and his son Atreus as they journey to spread the ashes of Faye, Kratos’ wife and Atreus’ mother, while navigating the dangerous world of Norse gods.
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The cast includes Callum Vinson as Atreus, Mandy Patinkin as Odin, and Ed Skrein as Baldur. Ronald D. Moore serves as showrunner, while Frederick E.O. Toye directs the first two episodes. A premiere date remains unannounced.
With Bautista bulking up for the role, fans can only hope Kratos’ live-action debut packs as much muscle, mayhem, and god-sized fury as the games themselves.
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