Lily James and Dwayne Johnson: Glamour Meets Transformation at Toronto Film Festival
THE HOLLYWOOD HEARTTHROB'S DRAMATIC TRANSFORMATION!
Lily James Sizzles on Red Carpet as Emily Blunt and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson Steal the Show at Toronto International Film Festival!
It's been a whirlwind few days for Hollywood's A-listers, with Lily James turning up the heat in a stunning black gown at the screening of her new film Swiped during the Toronto International Film Festival on Tuesday. The 36-year-old actress, who's been busy promoting her drama about the founder and former CEO of dating app Bumble, Whitney Wolfe Herd, looked absolutely ravishing as she posed for photos alongside her co-stars.
But it wasn't just Lily's looks that stole the spotlight – Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson made a jaw-dropping entrance with his slimmed-down physique on full display. The 53-year-old actor has been on a press tour for his new biographical sports drama, The Smashing Machine, in which he stars as Mark Kerr, a mixed martial artist and UFC pioneer.
But what's truly astonishing is Dwayne's remarkable weight loss – the actor has reportedly shed an impressive 60lbs to get into character! Sources close to the project reveal that Dwayne used prosthetics and a wig to transform into the 56-year-old former college wrestler-turned-MMA champ. But it's his striking transformation that's got everyone talking, with fans speculating about whether he's joined the ranks of other Hollywood stars using popular weight-loss medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro.
Speaking exclusively to The Scholarly Note.com, Kunal Makwana, a personal trainer and founder of KMAK Fitness, revealed that Dwayne's incredible weight loss is likely due to a combination of tightly controlled calorie-deficit eating and a strict training regime. "Losing around 60lbs, especially for someone as muscular as Dwayne Johnson, requires an incredibly disciplined approach," Kunal explained. "The diet would have been strict and structured, focused on creating a calorie deficit while keeping protein intake high to maintain his muscle mass."
Dwayne's dedication to the role is clear, and he revealed in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that he was drawn to The Smashing Machine because of its raw, unapologetic portrayal of Mark Kerr's struggles with substance abuse and domestic drama. "There was just a voice inside of me, a little voice, that said, 'Well, what if I could do more – I want to do more and what does that look like?'" Dwayne confessed.
But it's not just Dwayne who's been working hard on his craft – Emily Blunt is also promoting her new film alongside him. The 42-year-old actress stars as Dawn Kerr, Mark's wife in The Smashing Machine, which follows the couple's tumultuous relationship amidst Mark's wrestling career and struggles with addiction.
As fans eagerly await the release of The Smashing Machine on October 3, one thing is clear: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has truly committed to his craft. Whether he's donning prosthetics or working tirelessly in the gym, it's clear that this Hollywood heartthrob is willing to do whatever it takes to bring Mark Kerr's story to life.
But what about Lily James and her new film Swiped? Don't worry – we've got you covered! The drama, which releases on September 19, tells the inspiring true story of Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and former CEO of Bumble. With Lily starring as the lead character, it's clear that this actress is on a roll!
So, who will win at TIFF: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and his dramatic transformation, or Emily Blunt with her stunning performance in The Smashing Machine? Stay tuned to find out – but one thing's for sure: these Hollywood A-listers are giving us major #inspiration!
