365telugu.com online news, September 4th,2025: Hollywood star and former WWE icon Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, 53, has surprised fans with a strikingly leaner appearance, reportedly losing around 27 kg for his role as MMA fighter Mark Kerr in the upcoming biopic The Smashing Machine.The drastic change has led to mixed reactions, with many expressing concern about his health.
At the Venice Film Festival premiere, Johnson’s powerful portrayal received a moving 15-minute standing ovation, highlighting his deep emotional commitment to the project.
Meanwhile, social media has been flooded with reactions. Some admirers worried about the toll such a transformation could take, while others pointed out that the weight loss was intentional and well-planned for the role. One fan reassured, “Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is 100% fine & healthy… He dropped 60 lbs to play Mark Kerr”.