During the filming of The Bluff, Karl Urban found himself reaching for a double tequila at the end of each demanding day. The 53-year-old actor, who plays a pirate in the Amazon Prime swashbuckler alongside Priyanka Chopra, revealed the physical and emotional toll the shoot took on him, making the strong drink necessary for the drive home.
Behind the Scenes with Karl Urban and Priyanka Chopra
On The Discourse podcast, Karl Urban admitted,
“At the end of every single day, I would go and get all the stuff taken off, and I would have a double tequila ready to go and ready for that car ride home.”
Priyanka Chopra, who appeared with him on the podcast, shared her own experience, adding humorously about her daily recovery routine:
“I definitely needed a tetanus shot, and margarita, and a bottle of wine.”
Authentic Setting Highlights Australian Filming Location
The production took place in Australia, which served as a stand-in for the Cayman Islands, where the story is set. Karl emphasized how shooting on location enhanced the film’s realism, saying,
“The more work you put into anything, the better the results you’re going to see on screen … [Shooting it all on location] lends itself a real authenticity … It’s very easy for us as actors to transport ourselves when you’re out there in the elements.”
Despite the scenic backdrop, the shoot was grueling, with Priyanka acknowledging the strict demands of the schedule:
“no time for anybody to fall sick. There was just no room,”
though she concluded positively,
“But, I mean, it looks great, and it turned out great.”
Priyanka Chopra’s Motivations for Her Role as a Pirate Mother
The actress portrayed a former pirate fiercely committed to protecting her son. Drawing on her own motherhood experiences, Priyanka revealed a personal connection to the role:
“Besides the fact that I get to play a female pirate. I mean, when do we get to see that in the history of cinema?”
She recounted being a new mother when she received the script, explaining,
“I was a new mom when the script came to me. My daughter was two years old. And I would rip someone’s head off if they came after her.”
She described this protective instinct as a guiding force for her character, stating,
“So I knew that motivation … that was my North Star for [my charatcer] through the whole film.”
Release Details and Anticipation
The Bluff is scheduled for release on Amazon Prime Video on February 25, promising fans an immersive swashbuckling adventure that benefits from the commitment and realism brought to life by its cast and setting. With the actors’ dedication and harsh filming conditions behind it, the film aims to deliver an authentic story of piracy and personal courage.
