Dave Bautista, the actor and former WWE star, showcased a significant physical transformation in an Instagram video while preparing for his role as Kratos in Prime Video’s upcoming “God of War” series. Bautista, who took over the role after Ryan Hurst was recast due to an injury, shared his fitness progress, emphasizing his intense weight training regimen.
In the video, Bautista, 57, flexed his muscles while announcing he was in the third week of his training, planning to continue for two more months. “God of War” follows the journey of Kratos and his son Atreus, aiming to spread the ashes of Kratos’ wife, Faye.
Bautista, a dominant figure in WWE during the 2000s, won multiple championships before retiring in 2019. He reflected on his tumultuous upbringing and how it affected his wrestling persona, stating that he felt much happier after leaving the wrestling scene. His fitness transformation has sparked excitement among fans, with many expressing nostalgia for his wrestling days in the comments. The series doesn’t have a confirmed release date yet.
