Shifting from WWE to Hollywood, Dave Bautista found his global fame after playing Drax in MCU’s Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. However, despite his grateful MCU career, the actor seemed to be rather relieved with the fact that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the last time he plays the role of Drax the Destroyer.
Being vocal about his relief after quitting the role of Drax the Destroyer in the MCU, Dave Bautista spoke with GQ magazine and discussed his decision to move on from the franchise. Although the actor seemingly offended his fans with his candid comments, it’s hard to refute whatever he said.
Dave Bautista Was Extremely Grateful For His MCU’s Role
Starting his acting career after leaving WWE and the world of professional wrestling in 2010, Dave Bautista navigated into Hollywood and started with small roles in movies like The Man with the Iron Fists and Riddick. However, after years of struggle, Bautista finally landed the role of Drax the Destroyer in Marvel’s unlikely space opera Guardians of the Galaxy.
Sharing his honest feelings with GQ magazine, Dave Bautista revealed his initial reaction after landing the opportunity. Revealing how he endured months of repeated auditions and incessant rumors of bigger names up for the part, Bautista recalled being flabbergasted by the news of his selection. He was in his car when he got the call about getting the job.
“I had to pull over because I was crying so hard. I turned right back around and walked into my house shaking to tell my wife I had gotten the role, and we were both standing there freaking out.”
Ever since then, Dave Bautista appeared as the humongous Drax the Destroyer in MCU’s Guardians of the Galaxy film series. However, after reprising his role thrice, Bautista finally bid adieu to his MCU character with the third installment of the movie.
Dave Bautista’s Bold Comments About Drax Is Hard To Refute
After being extremely grateful for the MCU opportunity, it was highly unlikely for Dave Bautista to be relieved by the fact that the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is the last time he will appear as Drax the Destroyer. However, in a recent interview with GQ, Bautista went into detail on why he’s stepping away from the infamous role.
“I’m so grateful for Drax. I love him. But there’s a relief [that it’s over]. It wasn’t all pleasant. It was hard playing that role. The makeup process was beating me down. And I just don’t know if I want Drax to be my legacy—it’s a silly performance, and I want to do more dramatic stuff.”
Giving out bold comments about his role, Dave Bautista probably offended his fans, his perspective was hard to refute. Craving for more opportunities than just a hilarious MCU role, Bautista revealed his decision to move on and venture into bigger projects, to explore his talent.
Further, the actor seemingly found a great opportunity in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune and is thus preparing to reprise his role in the upcoming second installment of the highly anticipated movie. Portraying the role of Glossu Rabban Harkonnen in the 2021 film, alongside Timothée Chalamet, Oscar Isaac and Jason Momoa, the former WWE champion evidently moved on from Drax the Destroyer.
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Source: GQ
