In a recent interview with IndieWire, John Cena & Zac Efron revealed that they got to know each other by discussing wrestling on the set of their new film Ricky Stanicky.
The film will be released on Thursday on Prime Video.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
Cena on bonding with Efron: “I started it, and I always talk about it because it’s something that I love. Zac had just come off of finishing The Iron Claw and I’d seen pictures that got leaked, and I was very excited about what a story about the Von Erichs might look like. That’s kind of how I broke the ice with Zac. And once I start talking about sports entertainment, I don’t shut up.”
Efron on their discussions: “It was great for me because I finished The Iron Claw and went straight into filming this. I hadn’t talked about that experience with anyone. After spending 10 minutes with John, I realized that probably nobody knows more about what I’ve just been through in that experience than this guy right here.”
Bianca Belair and Mercedes Mone made history at WrestleMania 37 as the first two African American females to headline WWE’s flagship pay-per-view event, with Belair coming out on top to win the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
In a recent appearance on the “Gorilla Position” podcast, Belair addressed the possibility of Mone returning to WWE one day. She said,
“I’ve had this conversation with her. I don’t know what she wants and what she wants to do. I just want what’s best for her and what she wants to do with her. I’m no one to tell someone what they should do. I will say that we created some magic in the ring at WrestleMania 37. I think there was so much more magic to be made, not only with us inside the ring, but with me being champion at the time, and the tag team champions, I saw so much representation that was on the verge of happening, so much greatness that was going to happen. The fact that it was all halted at that point, I would love for it to pick back up one day and take off. We didn’t even touch the tip of the iceberg with what could be done.”
Mone is expected to make her AEW debut next Wednesday on Dynamite: Big Business.
John Cena and Zac Efron recently revealed in an interview with IndieWire that they bonded over their mutual love for wrestling while filming their new movie, “Ricky Stanicky.” The film is set to be released on Thursday on Prime Video.
Cena, a former professional wrestler himself, initiated the conversation by discussing his excitement about a potential story about the Von Erichs, inspired by leaked pictures from Efron’s previous film, “The Iron Claw.” Cena’s passion for sports entertainment was evident as he couldn’t stop talking about it.
Efron, who had just finished filming “The Iron Claw,” found it refreshing to connect with someone who understood his recent experience. He realized that Cena was the perfect person to discuss his wrestling journey with.
In other wrestling news, Bianca Belair and Mercedes Mone made history at WrestleMania 37 as the first two African American females to headline WWE’s flagship pay-per-view event. Belair emerged victorious, winning the SmackDown Women’s Championship.
During an appearance on the “Gorilla Position” podcast, Belair addressed the possibility of Mone returning to WWE in the future. Belair expressed that she wants what’s best for Mone and respects her decision. She also highlighted the potential for more magic and representation in the ring if Mone were to return. Belair believes that they only scratched the surface of what could be achieved together.
Meanwhile, Mone is expected to make her debut in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) next Wednesday on Dynamite: Big Business. This move has generated significant anticipation among wrestling fans, as they look forward to seeing Mone’s skills showcased in a new promotion.
The interview with Cena and Efron sheds light on the camaraderie that can develop between actors on set. Their shared passion for wrestling created a strong bond between them during the filming of “Ricky Stanicky.” It also highlights the impact and influence of wrestling beyond the ring, as it brings people together and sparks conversations about shared interests.
As wrestling continues to captivate audiences worldwide, it is evident that its influence extends beyond the realm of sports entertainment. Whether it’s through movies, interviews, or historic moments like Belair and Mone’s headline match, wrestling has the power to bring people together and create lasting connections.