Former WWE champion Dave Bautista is set to star in two major action movies produced by Amazon MGM Studios. Deadline reports that Bautista is close to finalizing a deal to reboot “Highlander” and join the cast of the “Road House” sequel.
In the highly anticipated “Highlander” reboot, Bautista will play the infamous and ruthless villain Kurgan, opposite Henry Cavill. The film will be directed by Chad Stahelsky, known for his work on the “John Wick” series.
Additionally, Bautista will appear in “Road House 2,” acting alongside Jake Gyllenhaal. The sequel is helmed by Ilya Naishuller, who gained recognition for the action movie “Nobody.”
These significant roles underscore Bautista’s status as a top action star in Hollywood. Transitioning from a multi-time WWE World Champion to a major film star, he’s earned global recognition for his role in Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy series and critical praise for performances in “Blade Runner 2049” and “Dune.”
Fan Take: This news highlights the impressive crossover success WWE stars like Bautista can achieve, showing that wrestling talent can thrive in mainstream entertainment. For WWE fans, his growing film career brings more spotlight to the sport, potentially attracting new audiences and elevating wrestling’s cultural influence.
