A report reveals a lesser-known side of Dwayne The Rock Johnson, between his leadership ambitions and his set-piece controversial demeanor.
In the blockbuster world of Hollywood, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson once again finds himself in the eye of the storm. Recently, a report from The Wrap not only attempted to steer the course of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), but also presented views that could be described as unprofessional.
leadership in the DCEU
According to insiders, during Warner Bros. Discovery’s 2022 meeting with David Zaslav, Johnson proposed a bold order change in the DCEU along with producer Danny Garcia. The goal was to keep Seven Bucks Productions, Johnson’s company, under the creative direction of Walter Hamada until then. During the same period, Henry Cavill was approached to reprise his role as Superman in the film Black Adam, although his return was limited to a brief post-credits scene. Soon after, when James Gunn and Peter Safran came to the management of DC Studios, Johnson and his team were removed from the project.
In parallel, Johnson’s character raised eyebrows and costs during Prime Video’s Red One production run. The budget was said to be over $250 million, which was exacerbated by the actor’s late absences and professional incompetence; This will reportedly increase production costs by more than $50 million. Sources close to the set say Johnson violates labor regulations by limiting his days to no more than four or five hours, a practice some say is not laziness but a desire to control.
The controversial “water” bottle
One of the most unique and controversial details is Johnson’s habit of urinating in Voss’s water bottle to save time, a habit that, although he himself admitted to practicing during training, caused discomfort among the film crew. Despite these allegations, responses from anonymous sources and studio spokespeople have varied, with some denying the seriousness of the incident while others hinting at a larger problem behind the scenes.
However, Amazon and MGM are defending Johnson’s work, emphasizing his commitment to making Red One a movie that will delight audiences of all ages this Christmas season. In addition, they highlight positive results in test screenings and CinemaCon, which contradicts accusations of a lack of expertise.
As Johnson returns to WWE and continues to rebuild his career with a project with A24 against UFC fighter Mark Kerr, it remains up in the air whether these controversies will tarnish his reputation or if he can reinvent himself as he once was. Again in the ever unpredictable entertainment industry.
In addition to the headlines his behind-the-scenes features have generated, Dwayne Johnson has been a part of several popular productions recently. Among them is Jungle Cruise, an adventure in the Amazon rainforest based on the popular Disneyland attraction, which was well-received for its mix of humor and action, reflecting the wonderful chemistry between Johnson and his co-star Emily Blunt.
Another notable success was Jumanji: The Next Level, where Johnson excelled in his role in the reboot of the adventure game with his knack for humor and family entertainment. These films not only underscored his versatility as an actor, but also cemented his status as one of Hollywood’s highest-grossing actors.