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Hollywood star looks unrecognisable after 60lb weight loss

Dwayne Johnson asked if he could take over as UK prime minister
  • Dwayne Johnson has reportedly lost around 60 pounds for his role in A24's new biopic, The Smashing Machine.
  • Johnson is portraying MMA fighter and UFC pioneer Mark Kerr in the film, which he is currently promoting at the Venice Film Festival.
  • Photographs of Johnson's noticeable weight loss have gone viral, leading fans to jokingly refer to him as 'The Pebble'.
  • The Smashing Machine is billed as Johnson's most dramatic project yet, focusing on Kerr's struggles with addiction and his career.
  • Directed by Benny Safdie, the film reflects Johnson's desire to take on more human-centred roles that explore struggle and pain, alongside his continued work in blockbuster productions.
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