Mutual Admiration on the Set of Street Fighter
Hollywood actor Jason Momoa has publicly expressed his desire to break into the Indian film industry, humorously requesting assistance from his Street Fighter co-star, Indian actor Vidyut Jammwal. During a recent promotional interview, the Aquaman star lauded Jammwal, describing him as “one of the most beautiful-looking men” he has ever encountered.
“He should get me a job in Bollywood,” Momoa joked during the interview with Zoom. “He should have something set up for me. We should do something together. It’d be fun.”
A High-Profile Hollywood Debut
Vidyut Jammwal, known for his extensive martial arts background and expertise in Kalaripayattu, is set to make his Hollywood debut as the iconic character Dhalsim in the upcoming Street Fighter film. The adaptation, directed by Kitao Sakurai, features a star-studded ensemble cast, including Noah Centineo, Cody Rhodes, and 50 Cent, with Momoa portraying the character Blanka.
Jammwal previously gained international attention at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, where he led his co-stars in chanting the Gayatri Mantra during the film’s global trailer launch. The production, a collaboration between Legendary and Capcom, is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 16.
Momoa’s Current Projects
While discussing the camaraderie on the Street Fighter set, Momoa is currently promoting his role as the anti-hero Lobo in the upcoming film Supergirl, which is set to hit theaters on June 26. As both actors prepare for their respective high-profile releases, Momoa’s comments have sparked renewed interest in cross-cultural collaborations between Hollywood and Bollywood talent.