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• Dave Bautista Has an Insane Collection of Vintage Lunch Boxes

Dave Bautista might be a wrestling legend and a Hollywood heavyweight, but he also likes to collect lunch boxes of all things....2025
• CM Punk Reveals The Acting Mentor Who Has Been A ‘Huge Help’

There are many professional wrestlers who have gone on to become some of the most popular stars in Hollywood. Wrestlers such as John Cena, Dave Bautista, and The Rock have made multiple blockbuster films. Another wrestler who has tested his luck in Hollywood is the Second City Saint CM Punk. The former WWE World Heavyweight […] The post CM Punk Reveals The Acting Mentor Who Has Been A ‘Huge ...2025
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• MJF Wants To Work With John Cena & Dave Bautista In Hollywood
Top AEW star and Hurt Syndicate member MJF spoke with TV Insider about various topics, including that Adam Sandler is a fan of pro wrestling. MJF said, “He is. He is also a big MJF fan, and I’m a big Adam Sandler fan.” On his experience on set: “This is my second film. I also […]...2025
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• Batista’s ‘Afterburn’ Trailer Drops, MJF Wants To Act With John Cena, WWE ID News, Bret Hart
The official trailer has dropped for the upcoming action film Afterburn, starring Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson. The movie is set to hit theaters on November 21, 2025. Adapted from the Afterburn comic book series published by Red 5, the film takes place in a post-apocalyptic future. The official synopsis reads as follows, “Following […] The post Batista’s ‘Afterburn’ ...2025
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• First Look: Dave Bautista Stars In ‘Afterburn’ With Samuel L. Jackson
Former WWE Champion turned global box office force Dave Bautista is back in action — this time in the explosive, post-apocalyptic heist film Afterburn. The official trailer has just been released, offering fans a high-octane preview of Bautista’s latest cinematic adventure, where he stars opposite Hollywood legend Samuel L. Jackson. Based on the Red 5 […]...2025
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• John Cena Praises Dave Bautista’s Acting Skills – ‘The Guy’s Got Range’
John Cena believes Dave Bautista is the greatest wrestler-turned-actor of all time. During a recent appearance on the “Complex with Idris Elba” podcast, Cena praised his former WWE colleague for his impressive range and transformation as a performer. He said, “I did enjoy No Holds Barred and They Live. So, Roddy Piper — maybe. Hulk […] The post John Cena Praises Dave BautistaR...2025
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• D-Von Dudley On Taking A Batista Bomb: Sometimes, Dave Bautista Didn't Know His Own Strength
D-Von Dudley reflects on the pain of taking Dave Bautista's signature wrestling move, the Batista Bomb. D-Von Dudley played an essential role in several of Batista's early moments on the WWE roster. Batista was introduced to WWE TV as the Deacon for "Reverend" D-Von. Batista and Randy Orton were also in the ring with Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley when they suffered serious injuries in the same match...2025
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• Rumor Roundup: Two WrestleMania events in one year, Jade Cargill plans, more!

Photo by Rich Freeda/WWE via Getty Images The latest rumors, including talk of WWE running two WrestleMania events in one year, original plans for Jade Cargill, and more! Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by t...2025
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• Is there a clear #2 men’s title in AEW?

Triller TV Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. August 24, 2024 WRKD Wrestling indicates that WWE is currently planning to book CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 41. We’ll see soon but I don’t think that’s a one on one match. WRKD also says The Rock vs. Cody Rhod...2025
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• Dave Bautista Lands New Film Role – Details
Dave Bautista is set to reunite with “Bushwick” directors, Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott, for a new film titled “Dreadnought.” You can check out the synopsis for the film below: “Max (Bautista), whose world was devastated when an alien species crash-landed on Earth, unleashing a deadly plague that claimed his wife and much of humanity. […] The post Dave Bautista Lands New Film Role –...2025
• GUNTHER Punking Out Zena Sterling On WWE LFG Goes Viral & Sterling Reacts, Logan Paul’s New WWE Theme, Batista Update

– Deadline is reporting that WWE legend Batista (Dave Bautista) is set to star in leading role for a new dystopian science fiction thriller film called, “Dreadnought.” The article includes the following plot summary for the new major motion picture: “Max (Bautista), whose world was devastated when an alien species crash-landed on Earth, unleashing a […] The post GUNTHER Pun...2025
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• Dave Bautista (Batista) Cast In New Dystopian Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Dreadnought’
Dave Bautista is gearing up for another leading role. On Tuesday, February 11, Deadline issued a story on Dave Bautista, saying that the former WWE star has been cast in the leading role for a new dystopian science fiction thriller, ‘Dreadnought’. The film will be directed by Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott, directors of 'Bushwick'. Bautista starred in that film back in 2017. The plot summary f...2025
• Kurt Angle Says He's Reached Out To Kevin Feige With A Desire To Appear In A Marvel Movie
Kurt Angle says he once reached out to Kevin Feige and expressed a desire to be part of the MCU. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is one of the most successful franchises in movie history. With each passing year, the Marvel Cinematic Universe grows and expands the careers of those that work on the successful superhero franchises. At least one wrestler, Dave Bautista, has found success as part of the ...2023
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• If WWE won’t pay Roman Reigns what he’s worth, Tony Khan should

WWE, Getty Images If WWE is unwilling to meet Roman Reigns’ value, AEW’s Tony Khan could seize the moment, reshaping the wrestling landscape in the process. Roman Reigns is WWE’s second-highest-paid performer behind Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, which also refutes claims by former WWE personality Jonathan Coachman that TKO, WWE’s parent company,...2025
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• First Look: Dave Bautista Stars In ‘Afterburn’ With Samuel L. Jackson
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• Dave Bautista (Batista) To Star In Romantic Comedy ‘The Romantic’ For Paramount Pictures
Dave Bautista finally gets his wish. On Wednesday, Deadline reported that Paramount Pictures has acquired the rights to a romantic comedy spec script titled ‘The Romantic’. Notably, the outlet also revealed that Dave Bautista is attached to star in the film. This is huge news for ‘The Animal’, as he’s been vocal in recent years about his desire to star in a rom-com. Deadline also notes that the f...2025
• Dave Bautista rumored to join Road House 2 movie cast
Deadline is reporting that Dave Bautista has an offer to join the Road House 2 movie although talks between Amazon MGM Studios and himself haven’t started. The movie will be lead by Jake Gyllenhaal, who reprises his role from the first movie, with Guy Ritchie directing. Bautista is next appearing in The Trap House, also […]...2025
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• Dave Bautista rumored to join Road House 2 movie cast
Deadline is reporting that Dave Bautista has an offer to join the Road House 2 movie although talks between Amazon MGM Studios and himself haven’t started. The movie will be lead by Jake Gyllenhaal, who reprises his role from the first movie, with Guy Ritchie directing. Bautista is next appearing in The Trap House, also […]...2025
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• Dave Bautista rumored to join Road House 2 movie cast
Deadline is reporting that Dave Bautista has an offer to join the Road House 2 movie although talks between Amazon MGM Studios and himself haven’t started. The movie will be lead by Jake Gyllenhaal, who reprises his role from the first movie, with Guy Ritchie directing. Bautista is next appearing in The Trap House, also […]...2025
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• Dave Bautista Offered A Role For Road House 2
According to Deadline.com, WWE legend Dave Bautista has been offered a role in the upcoming movie “Road House 2,” which will be directed by Guy Ritchie. The report indicates that while an offer is on the table for Bautista, discussions between him and Amazon MGM Studios have not yet begun. Additionally, the movie will be […]...2025
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• Report: Dave Bautista Offered Role In 'Road House 2'
Batista has been offered a new acting role. Following his final match at WrestleMania 35, Batista has set his professional goals soley on acting. The former WWE superstar has featured in some of the most popular franchises in cinema, such as Guardians Of The Galaxy and James Bond. Now, he may join another legendary movie franchise. Deadline now reports that Batista has been offfered a role in the...2025
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• CM Punk Reacts To John Cena’s Pipebomb Promo, Batista Has An Offer On The Table To Join A Major Film, You Can’t Compare Logan Paul To Jeff Hardy
Deadline is reporting that Dave Bautista has received an offer to join the upcoming Road House sequel, which will be directed by Guy Ritchie. However, while an offer is on the table, negotiations between Bautista and Amazon MGM Studios have yet to officially begin. The sequel is being penned by Will Beall, with Jake Gyllenhaal […] The post CM Punk Reacts To John Cena’s Pipebomb Promo, ...2025
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• Report – Batista Has An Offer To Join Road House Sequel
Deadline is reporting that Dave Bautista has received an offer to join the upcoming Road House sequel, which will be directed by Guy Ritchie. However, while an offer is on the table, negotiations between Bautista and Amazon MGM Studios have yet to officially begin. The sequel is being penned by Will Beall, with Jake Gyllenhaal […] The post Report – Batista Has An Offer To Join Road Hou...2025
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• What ‘The Munsters’ reveal about pro wrestling in the 1960s

CBS Publicity Phot An episode from a quirky 1960s sitcom about a lovable family of monsters offers a unique glimpse into pro wrestling and how it was really viewed “back in the day.” In 2025, professional wrestling is widely accepted as mainstream entertainment, thanks to stars like The Rock and Dave Bautista and shows like LFG on platforms like A&E. But that wasn’t the case in the 1960s w...2025
• Michelle McCool Credits Dave Bautista For LayCool’s Split WWE Women’s Title

Michelle McCool has fond memories of her “B.F.F.” title reign. The newly-announced WWE Hall Of Famer spoke with Chris Van Vliet about her career, which included two Women’s Championship reigns. McCool held the title during her LayCool run with Layla El, which resulted in both women walking around with their own respective titles. LayCool tried […] The post Michelle McCool Credits Dave ...2025
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• D-Von Dudley On Taking A Batista Bomb: Sometimes, Dave Bautista Didn't Know His Own Strength
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• Dave Bautista (Batista) Action Movie 'Trap House' Set To Hit Theaters In November
Dave Bautista is returning to movie theaters in November. On Friday, May 16, Deadline issued some news on the wrestler-turned-actor's upcoming 'Trap House' movie. Aura Entertainment will release the action flick in theaters on November 14, 2025. Deadline notes that the movie is "centered on a team of elite DEA agents whose rebellious teenage children use their parents’ own tactics—surveillance, in...2025
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• The Road To John Cena's Last Elimination Chamber, Moana 2 Gets Disney+ Release Date, More | Fight Sizr
Here is your fight size update for Thursday, February 27, 2025. Below are some of the top highlights from digital media from around the world of wrestling for the day, in addition to top headlines from Fightful: - Watch how John Cena, CM Punk, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Logan Paul, Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest earned their spots in the Men’s Elimination Chamber Match at WWE Elimination Chamber 202...2025
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• Dave Bautista Lands New Film Role – Details
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• Dave Bautista (Batista) Cast In New Dystopian Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Dreadnought’
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• Dominik Mysterio Comments On Possibly Going To Hollywood
Hollywood can't handle Dominik Mysterio. Since his heel turn in 2022, Dominik Mysterio has been praised by fans for his acting chops both in and out of the ring. Specifically, fans have noted that Mysterio is too good at being a heel, leading many to believe that he can eventually follow stars like John Cena and Dave Bautista to do well in Hollywood. We've still got a long way to go until 'Dirty D...2025
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• Triple H: If Rhea Ripley And Bianca Belair Aren’t Superheroes, I Don’t Know Who Is
Triple H praises the real-life superheroes working for WWE. Many WWE wrestlers often tried to transition to Hollywood, following in the footsteps of Dwayne Johnson, John Cena, and Dave Bautista. Triple H, who tried a brief run at attaining Hollywood success with roles in Blade: Trinity, The Chaperone, and more, believes it will be easier than ever for pro wrestlers to make that transition. Appeari...2024
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• Dave Bautista: The $100k Fine For Defying Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon was utterly furious with Dave Bautista after RAW 800 in 2008. It would cost Bautista much more than the fine he received....2024
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• Dave Bautista: The $100k Fine For Defying Vince McMahon

Vince McMahon was utterly furious with Dave Bautista after RAW 800 in 2008. It would cost Bautista much more than the fine he received....2024
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• Dave Bautista: The $100k Fine For Defying Vince McMahon
Vince McMahon was utterly furious with Dave Bautista after RAW 800 in 2008. It would cost Bautista much more than the fine he received. The post Dave Bautista: The $100k Fine For Defying Vince McMahon appeared first on Pro Wrestling Stories....2023
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• Former WWE Champion Dave Bautista To Star In New Action Film With Samuel L. Jackson

Former WWE Champion Dave Bautista is set to star in an upcoming post-apocalyptic action film alongside Oscar winner Samuel L. Jackson....2024
• See Dave Bautista As Glossu Rabban In Dune: Part 2 Trailer

Dave Bautista may still be waiting on his WWE Hall of Fame induction, but "The Animal" continues to appear in major movies like "Dune: Part 2."...2023
• Video: WWE HOFer Dave Bautista Joins Incentive To Help Older Dogs Find Homes

Dave Bautista is an avid dog lover, and he recently used his sway to help older dogs find new homes in time for the holiday season....2023
• Dave Bautista Featured In New Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer

Between Dave Bautista and John Cena, it seems that NetherRealm is trying to attract the pro wrestling audience for the upcoming release of Mortal Kombat 1. This morning, a new trailer for Mortal Kombat 1 dropped featuring former WWE Superstar turned Hollywood actor Dave Bautista. Despite his presence in the trailer, it doesn’t appear that […] The post Dave Bautista Featured In New Mort...2023
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• Inside the Real-Life Fight Between Dave Bautista and Booker T

Inside the infamous real-life fight between Dave Bautista and Booker T—how their brawl became one of WWE’s most talked-about incidents....2024

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• Dave Bautista Reacts To Overcoming ‘Outsider’ Stigma In Acting Like Milla Jovovich

Dave Bautista had to overcome being an outsider in Hollywood and got a little help from his co-star Milla Jovovich in his latest flick. The WWE legend is set to star alongside Jovovich in the upcoming action fantasy movie In The Lost Lands. Like Dave Bautista, she came into Hollywood as an outsider; she came […] The post Dave Bautista Reacts To Overcoming ‘Outsider’ Stigma In Acting Like Mil...2025

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• Dave Bautista (Batista): Hollywood Is A Cakewalk Compared To WWE. That's The Hardest Grind I Could Imagine
Dave Bautista, formerly known as Batista in WWE, compares the demanding grind of professional wrestling to the challenges of working in Hollywood. Batista was a full-time WWE main roster star from 2002 to 2010. He briefly returned in 2014 and had his final match at WrestleMania 35 in 2019, facing Triple H. Outside of WWE, he has made a name for himself in Hollywood, most prolifically as Drax the D...2025
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• CM Punk Addresses Hollywood Plans & Potentially Working With Batista

WWE’s CM Punk has addressed the possibility of working on a Hollywood movie with Dave Bautista, revealing they’re in something of a professional race. With Dave Bautista continuing to have […]...2025
• CM Punk: I'm Dying To Work With Dave Bautista. What If We Were Romantically Involved In A Rom-Com?
Dave Bautista has successfully transitioned from the wrestling ring to Hollywood, starring in blockbusters like "Guardians of the Galaxy," comedies such as "Stuber" and independent films like "Parachute." CM Punk has landed various roles himself, including "Girl on the Third Floor" and "Heels. Speaking to Rosy Cordero of Deadline, Punk was asked about potentially doing a rom-com when he expresse...2025
• Dave Bautista To Present At The 97th Academy Awards, Current WWE Superstar To Appear At Chris Bey Benefit Show, More

Dave Bautista (Batista) has joined an impressive lineup of presenters for the 97th Academy Awards. Executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor, along with executive producer Katy Mullan, announced that Dave Bautista, Harrison Ford, Gal Gadot, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Margaret Qualley, Alba Rohrwacher, Zoe Saldaña, and Rachel Zegler will be presenting at the 97th […] The post Dave...2025
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• Dave Bautista To Present At 97th Academy Awards, Karrion Kross Set For Chris Bey Benefit Show
Dave Bautista (Batista) has joined an impressive lineup of presenters for the 97th Academy Awards. Executive producer and showrunner Raj Kapoor, along with executive producer Katy Mullan, announced that Dave Bautista, Harrison Ford, Gal Gadot, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Margaret Qualley, Alba Rohrwacher, Zoe Saldaña, and Rachel Zegler will be presenting at the 97th […] The post Dave...2025
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• Dave Bautista Sporting Drastically Different Look These Days
Dave Bautista is looking quite a bit different than fans might remember these days. The WWE legend formerly known as “The Animal” Batista is featured in the new film, The Last Showgirl, which hits theaters nationwide starting on January 10, 2025. For his role as “Eddie” in the movie, which stars Pamela Anderson as a […] The post Dave Bautista Sporting Drastically Diff...2024
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• Dave Bautista rips Donald Trump to shreds on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Jimmy Kimmel Live The Animal called out 45 for wearing too much makeup, being afraid of birds, and being a whiner, among other things. JBL may have gotten behind his write-in choice for president a bit prematurely. It seems another write-in candidate has entered the race, and his name is Dave Bautista. As election season heats up, Bautista has stepped into the spotlight to voice his though...2024
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• Dave Bautista (Batista) Introduces The NFL Patch To Help Fix Your NFL Team
Is your NFL team in trouble? Have no fear, Dave Bautista is here. During the Fox NFL Sunday pre-game show, Dave Bautista (Batista) introduced the world to the NFL patch, which helps fix your NFL team. You can cover your holes with two quarterbacks, a bunch of money, older players, new kickoffs, and much more. Do you have a hole in your NFL roster?@DaveBautista has the thing for you! Introducin...2024
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• The Rock set for another A24 movie as his serious actor phase continues

Photo by Michael Kovac/Getty Images for Moët & Chandon Dwayne Johnson has signed on for a supporting role in a ‘psychological thriller’ from the award-winning studio that’s releasing his upcoming Mark Kerr biopic, ‘The Smashing Machine’. Earlier in his own Hollywood career, our greatest wrestler-turned-actor said Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson was a great movie star, but responded “f*** no” to ...2025
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• MJF named one of the next generation of action movie stars

All Elite Wrestling MJF is wrestling’s scumbag, but he might have a bigger stage on his horizon to be the world’s scumbag as an action hero movie star. Maxwell Jacob Friedman was named on a list of next generation action stars from The Hollywood Reporter. The top 25 was compiled through consulting, “action aficionados, directors, producers and writers.” MJF was mentioned in the group, list...2023
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• Nick Khan on Vince’s creative role, WWE return to PPV, Pat McAfee, more
BT Sport’s YouTube Ahead of a huge weekend in Southern California for WrestleMania 39, and with industry-shaping moves being considered in the months ahead, WWE CEO Nick Khan joined The Marchand & Ourand Sports Media Podcast for a wide ranging discussion. • While Vince McMahon focuses on a potential sale of the company, Khan talked to John Ourand & Andrew Marchand about the other way WWE p...2023
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