Workout With Dwayne Johnson Was ‘Too Intimidating,’ Says J.K. Simmons
J.K. Simmons felt a sense of awe and intimidation when it came to the prospect of working out alongside Dwayne Johnson during the preparation for the highly anticipated film Red One.
Red One is currently captivating audiences in theaters across the United States. This festive adventure film showcases Simmons in the role of an impressively muscular Santa Claus, while Johnson portrays the character of Callum Drift. The film features a star-studded cast that includes Chris Evans as Jack O’Malley, Lucy Liu as Zoe Harlow, Kiernan Shipka as Grýla, and Bonnie Hunt as Mrs. Claus, all contributing to a delightful and action-packed holiday tale.
J.K. Simmons Shares His Experience on Training with Dwayne Johnson for Red One
In a candid interview with Entertainment Weekly, Simmons was prompted to discuss whether he engaged in any workout sessions with Johnson as part of his training for Red One.
“No. That was just too intimidating,” Simmons candidly admitted. “He works out on Christmas Day. He’s on a whole other level. I just have an exercise bike and a few dumbbells in my hotel room, wherever we’re shooting.” This statement highlights the stark contrast between Simmons’ more modest workout setup and Johnson’s intense fitness regimen, which emphasizes the latter’s dedication to maintaining peak physical condition at all times.
When discussing his own fitness journey leading up to the film, Simmons reflected, “I’ve gone up and down in my life with being healthy. For the last 15 years, I tried to stay pretty even-keeled in my weight. So I’ve been relatively healthy for the last decade and a half, and I actually look for projects like this where I get that extra motivation.” This underscores the importance of personal motivation in fitness, especially when preparing for physically demanding roles in filmmaking.
The official synopsis for Red One elaborates, “After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole’s Head of Security (Dwayne Johnson) must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter (Chris Evans) in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.” This thrilling plot promises to engage audiences with its blend of humor, adventure, and holiday spirit.
Directed by Jake Kasdan, known for his work on notable films such as 2007’s Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, 2011’s Bad Teacher, 2014’s Sex Tape, 2017’s Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and 2019’s Jumanji: The Next Level, Red One is sure to be a captivating addition to the holiday film lineup. The screenplay was crafted by Chris Morgan, promising a well-rounded storytelling experience.
Red One is currently showing in theaters across the United States, inviting audiences to join in on this festive and adventurous cinematic journey.
