In last May, information arose that realized that Roman Reigns could join the cast of the Live-Action inspired by the video game, Street Fighter, playing the role of Akumaa demonic monster known by its terrifying strength, its brilliant red hair and its supernatural struggle style.
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Now, after months of speculation, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Roman Reigns will play Akuma in the aforementioned film, which is in charge of Legendary Pictures. The project, based on the legendary Capcom fighting games franchise, will begin its production in August in Australia.
While the details of the plot remain secret, The confirmed cast has some known names As Callina Liang, who will play Chun-li, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, who will play the role of Balrog, Andrew Koji, protagonist of Bullet Train, will be Ryu, Noah Centineo will play Ken, Jason Momoa will give life to Brutal Blanka and the musician Orville Peck will play the role of Vega.
«Joe anoa'i, also known as the Wme Roman Reigns superstar, and Marcial Andrew Koji (Warrior) actor and artist They appear on the list as fighter Akuma and main character Ryurespectively. Callina Liang (Presence) performs in Chun-Li.”
This will be Reigns's most important cinematographic role to datewho has already had appearances on the big screen in Fast & Furious present: Hobbs & Shaw, where he played Mateo, Dwayne's brother “The Rock” Johnson (Hobbs), as well as an appearance in The Wrong Missy.
Despite the great film opportunity, Roman Reigns will continue in the WWE in the predictable future and It is expected to do its return at Summerslam 2025.
