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Dwayne Johnson to play MMA fighter Mark Kerr in 'The Smashing Machine'
Updated On: 16 December, 2023 06:22 AM IST | Washington | ANI
The film will follow Kerr as he navigates love, friendship, addiction, and professional triumphs in 2000, at the height of his career
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Actor and film producer Dwayne Johnson is all set to take up a new role as mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr. The wrestler-turned-actor, 51, will play the MMA and UFC champion in director Benny Safdie`s upcoming film `The Smashing Machine`, according to an announcement made by the independent entertainment company A24, reported People.
"Dwayne and Benny are singular talents, and their shared vision for Mark`s inspiring story is electrifying. We are deeply honoured to have their trust as collaborators in bringing this incredibly special project to life," A24`s Noah Sacco said in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter and Variety.
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