During a recent interview with Extra, Jason Momoa shared high praise for his co-star Dave Bautista, highlighting his impressive presence on and off set. Momoa described Bautista as both graceful and regal, emphasizing the unique qualities that make working with him memorable.
Momoa’s Lighthearted Jabs and Genuine Respect
Momoa playfully admitted to enjoying teasing Bautista, noting his calm and collected demeanor.
“It’s fun to annoy Dave because he’s so, like, collected and beautiful and graceful and like, regal. Boo, boring … blah,”
Momoa joked. He added simply,
“So it was fun to annoy him.”
Camaraderie on Set During Filming of ‘The Wrecking Crew’
Both actors star in the upcoming buddy cop action-comedy The Wrecking Crew, where their chemistry shines through. Momoa spoke about making Bautista laugh, appreciating the contrast to Bautista’s usually serious nature.
“I love making him laugh ’cause he’s very stoic,”
Momoa said.
“He’s got, like, an intoxicating laugh. Once you get him going, it’s pretty beautiful.”
Intensity of Action Scenes and Creative Freedom
Momoa reflected on the physical demands of filming alongside Bautista, expressing the intensity Bautista brought to their fight sequences. “He’s a badass,” Momoa remarked candidly.
“When he’s throwing punches at your face, it’s scary. I’m not gonna lie to you. He’s a bad***. I just pretend to be a bad***. I’m an artist. He’s a bad***.”
He also highlighted the creative liberty both actors enjoyed during production, contrasting it with past experiences.
“It was fun because it wasn’t just, like, planned out,”
Momoa explained.
“We knew who we were playing, but we had a lot of freedom, which I think now where we’re at in our career, people trust us that we’re not gonna ruin it. I think a lot of people just didn’t give us those opportunities before. I won’t name any names, but now we get to play.”
The Significance of Their Collaboration
The rapport between Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista, underscored by mutual respect and a relaxed creative process, suggests that The Wrecking Crew will showcase their distinct talents effectively. Their ability to blend intense action with humor and authenticity is likely to resonate with audiences eager for dynamic performances from these accomplished actors.
