John Cena, the widely accepted WWE champion, is juggling a busy agenda as he prepares for crucial title defenses in New Jersey while simultaneously filming a new movie in the nearby state. Currently, production is ongoing for his upcoming Netflix comedy titled “Brother.”
As reported by NJ.com, filming took place on Tuesday in Montclair, New Jersey. The movie stars Cena as a successful real estate agent whose life changes dramatically when his younger brother, portrayed by comedian Eric Andre, arrives. The film is directed by Matt Spicer and written by Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel. Casting calls for extras have been posted in both New Jersey and New York.
Meanwhile, Cena is embroiled in a high-stakes world championship rivalry. He is set to defend the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes at WWE SummerSlam, scheduled for August 2nd and 3rd in East Rutherford, New Jersey. With his retirement match rumored for December, Cena’s summer schedule is packed with WWE events.
Key WWE appearances lined up for Cena include:
– July 18: WWE Smackdown in San Antonio, Texas
– August 1: WWE Smackdown in Newark, New Jersey
– August 2/3: WWE Summer Slam in Newark, New Jersey
– August 8: WWE SmackDown in Montreal, Canada
– August 22: WWE Smackdown in Dublin, Ireland
– August 29: WWE Smackdown in Lyon, France
– August 31: WWE Clash in Paris, France
– October 11: WWE Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia
In a recent WWE SmackDown episode, Cody Rhodes expressed admiration for John Cena and his ambition to claim the title at SummerSlam. Although Cena was absent due to filming, he responded via a taped message, warning Rhodes that he is more determined than ever as his career nears its end.
Fan Take: This update is a major deal for WWE enthusiasts as it highlights Cena’s dedication both inside and outside the ring during a critical point in his career. His upcoming matches against Rhodes could define the legacy of one of WWE’s greatest champions and set the tone for the future of the sport.
