John Cena, renowned for his time in WWE, will surprise audiences by playing a mermaid in the upcoming film Barbie. Fans and critics alike are excited about this film, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Greta Gerwig and stars the dynamic duo of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling.
In a new behind-the-scenes photo, Cena dons a stunning “Kenmaid” costume, portraying a charming and fanciful take on Ken, Barbie’s iconic male counterpart. At a hefty 251 pounds, Cena’s physique gives the character a new spin, fusing his macho wrestling persona with the feminine grace of a mermaid.
John Cena’s Enthusiasm for the Barbie Concept
Upon hearing about Barbie, Cena was immediately taken with the idea. The former pro-wrestler-turned-actor was “blown away” by the film’s premise and spoke of his enthusiasm for participating in a project that would spark debate and generate conflicting reactions from viewers. Cena thinks the best entertainment is the kind that makes people think deeply and talk about it with others.
“I think it’s going to be a movie that evokes conversation. And I think it’s going to be beautifully visually appealing. I think the audience will walk away with a mixed bag of opinions, which I think is the greatest form of entertainment. When you have one universal feel about a project, it’s not like that’s bad, but when people can get into a fiery debate about something, I think that’s good.”
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Throughout Barbie, John Cena becomes completely engrossed in the film’s primary setting, the pink utopia of Barbie Land. A star-studded cast, including Cena, brings Ken and Barbie to life in various incarnations.
Singer-songwriter Dua Lipa plays Mermaid Barbie to John Cena’s Merman Ken in this hilarious parody. Kate McKinnon, Issa Rae, Simu Liu, Ncuti Gatwa, Kingsley Ben-Adir, and Scott Evans also join the cast, giving the Barbie universe their distinct flavor.
John Cena was only in Barbie because he met the director by chance while filming Fast X nearby. Cena approached Barbie star and producer Margot Robbie determinedly and enthusiastically about a cameo role. Robbie was so impressed by Cena’s dedication that he invited him to join the project, ultimately leading to his surprising casting as Merman Ken.
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The Parallels Between Barbie and Fast X
Cena draws interesting parallels between his roles in Barbie and the highly anticipated Fast X film. He talks about the films’ stellar ensembles and the prospect of simultaneously working on two successful franchises. Cena’s eagerness to join Barbie stemmed from his realization that the two films shared commonalities.
“Fast X was filming across the street from Barbie, and [she asked], ‘Why don’t you do Barbie?’ I said, ‘I’ve been trying!’ And Margot makes a lot of the decisions for that and I said, ‘Well, I’ll do whatever you need.’ I think Barbie and Fast X share a lot of parallels. The Barbie cast list is amazing. The Fast X cast list is amazing. It was a chance to [say], ‘Hey, would you guys be willing to have me if I could do something?'”
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With Cena on board, Barbie has the potential to be an aesthetically pleasing and intellectually stimulating experience. Audiences of all ages can’t wait for the film’s release on July 21 so they can see Cena as a captivating mermaid and visit the enchanted world of Barbie Land.
Source: Entertainment Weekly
