Dune: Part Twofirst reactions praise Zendaya, Austin Butler, and space worms

Meanwhile, EW’s Christian Holub said that the sequel “worth the wait.” Several media members praisedZendaya’s performance as Chani as a standout. Warner Bros Other viewers highlightedAustin Butler’s turn as Feyd Rautha, a new antagonist inPart Two. Zendaya in ‘Dune: Part Two’.Warner Bros Mike Ryan of Uproxx said that Butler’s performance “is literally channeling a demon from hell. Some journalists compared Villeneuve’s directorial vision toPeter Jackson,George Lucas, and David Lean. David Gonzalez called the film “Villeneuve’sEmpire Strikes Back&Lawrence of Arabia....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Elaine Roberts

Dune: Prophecystars discuss Desmond Hart's attack on the Landsraad

showrunner Alison Schapker teases. Warning: This article contains spoilers forDune: Prophecyseason 1, episode 4, “Twice Born.” But theres one character who threatens to upend all our preconceived notions. Travis Fimmel as Desmond Hart in ‘Dune: Prophecy’.Attila Szvacsek/HBO That would be Desmond Hart (Travis Fimmel), a mysterious warrior with strange powers. Desmond is able to burn people to death, seemingly with only the power of his mind. So whats going on?...

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 216 words · Donald Blackburn Jr.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson roasts his own movie during WWE return

The wrestler-turned-action-hero took down Jinder Mahal and “Baywatch” at the same time. He also showed off his self-deprecating charm by incorporating a movie misstep into his burns. “Nobody likes you, and you’re not funny,” he quipped to Mahal. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson.Ron Elkman/Sports Imagery/Getty Images The Rock almost broke character during his tirade, starting to laugh before pulling back into another jab atBaywatch. Johnson has seemingly had a good sense of humor aboutBaywatchsince it hit theaters....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 107 words · Regina Phillips

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson wants moviegoers to sing in theaters: 'That's the fun part'

Sing," the “Moana 2” star says. While walking the red carpet at theMoana 2U.K. premiere,Johnson told BBC Newsthat he thinks moviegoers should be able to sing if they want to. Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson.Jeff Spicer/Getty Sing," he said. “Especially if you love music, that’s the fun part.” The company went viral for posting signs advising against singingalong duringWickedshowings. “hey refrain from singing during the show.” AWicked-themed ad also plays before the movie that says, “At AMC Theaters, silence is golden....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Heather Garcia

Dwayne Johnson confirms he wore a bodysuit in live-actionMoanaafter set photos emerge: 'S---, we got caught'

EvenDwayne Johnsonneeds a little help maintaining the bod of a demigod. Getty;Disney Johnson then gave credit to Joel Harlow, the makeup artist who designed the suit. “The moment I stepped on set as live-action Maui, I realized right away, ‘Oh, wow. Dwayne Johnson; Maui in ‘Moana’.Getty;Disney So then it’s almost like getting into my grandfather’s skin.” Want more movie news? Johnson opened up about what Maui means to him in a recentinterview withEntertainment Weekly....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Patricia Blevins

Dwayne Johnson has a party trick for kids that involvesMoana— and one for adults that involves grapes and a body part

You might call him a “hero of men.” “If it’s a party for little kids, I could transform into Maui. They all start to gather round.” Dwayne Johnson at 2024 D23 Expo in Anaheim, Calif.Rodin Eckenroth/Getty He adds, “I make my pecs bounce, and kids go crazy. It’s awesome!” An older crowd, though, calls for something different. Maui (voiced by Dwayne Johnson) in ‘Moana 2’.Disney Rodin Eckenroth/Getty “If it was an adult party, well....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 120 words · Andrew Cantu

Dwayne Johnson injured while shooting MMA movieThe Smashing Machine: 'I have a cantaloupe in the bottom of my elbow'

“I got banged up pretty good today in our scenes,” wrestler-turned-actor shared on social media. Dwayne Johnsonmay be the Rock, but hes not indestructible. Dwayne Johnson/Instagram Look at that sucker right there, he said in the video, poking the injured area. Dwayne Johnson’s elbow.Dwayne Johnson/Instagram It looks like I have a cantaloupe in the bottom of my elbow. I got banged up pretty good today in our scenes. And there might be some soft tissue damage in there....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 194 words · Katherine Rios

Dwayne Johnson mourns the death of his beloved dog Hobbs, breakout pooch ofHobbs & Shaw

“Ive been numb over this loss.” “Lately, theres been a lot thats too big to talk about. Later that year, Johnson shared thatBrutus had died after he became critically illfrom eating a poisonous mushroom. Dwayne Johnson.Credit:Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/WireImage The late Hobbs was a star in his own right. “Nepotism shmepotism,” Johnson captioned an Instagram video of Hobbs on set. And last year, thelate Hobbs made his magazine debutalongside his human for aGQcover story....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Jennifer Cross

Dwayne Johnson now owns the rights to ‘The Rock,’ ‘Candy Ass,’ ‘Jabroni,’ and more

The wrestler-turned-actor also owns The Peoples Champion, The Great One, and The Peoples Elbow. The move came after Johnson joined the board of directors for TKO, the company that owns WWE. Reps for Johnson did not immediately respond to EWs request for comment. Dwayne Johnson.Samir Hussein/WireImage Johnson seems to be entering the next phase of his multifaceted career. He also recently signed on to play MMA fighter Mark Kerr in a new drama film from Benny Safdie....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Justin Taylor

Dwayne Johnson regrets endorsing Joe Biden in 2020, says cancel culture 'really bugs' him: 'Tears me up'

Am I happy with the state of America right now? Well, that answers no, he said. Do I believe were gonna get better? Dwayne Johnson and Joe Biden.Kent Nishimura/Getty I believe in that. Im an optimistic guy, and I believe we can get better." Kent Nishimura/Getty But Johnson has shifted his perspective. Am I gonna do that again this year? And that got me. ThePain & Gainactor further explained his reasoning for not endorsing either candidate this year....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 211 words · Eduardo Wallace

Dwayne Johnson says his career took off after saying 'f--- all this' to old leading-man stereotypes

This is the part whereDwayne “The Rock” Johnsonbreaks free. Some of those films at the time I was making, I think, reflect that. And if I fail, then I can fail being me.'" Dwayne Johnson at the UK premiere ‘Black Adam’ in 2022.Karwai Tang/WireImage I hostedSaturday Night Live, we pulled great ratings. I madeThe Scorpion King. I madeWalking Tall." “I became acutely aware of the power of being authentic and being real....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Erin Perez

Dwayne Johnson says Maui's newMoana 2song was vocally challenging — except for rapping: 'I got bars'

“, his challenging “Moana 2” track. Wanna get through it? You just gotta chee-hoo it. Maui in ‘Moana 2’. The song is a bit of an about-face for the cocky demi-god voiced byDwayne Johnson. In the firstMoana,Maui sings “You’re Welcome,” a self-aggrandizing tune about his own fabulousness. Johnsay says “You’re Welcome” is about how self-absorbed Maui is. Maui and Moana in ‘Moana 2’.Disney Enterprises “‘You’re welcome for everything that I do in this world,'” he explains....

April 30, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Betty Hall

Dwayne Johnson singsMoana's 'You're Welcome' for 4-year-old's Make-A-Wish request

“Thank you so much for allowing me the privilege of making your Make-A-Wish come true.” When hes not lost at sea withMoana, Maui is making dreams come true. On Sunday, Johnson took toInstagramwith a video to fulfill a time-sensitive request from the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Dwayne Johnson.Karwai Tang/WireImage I received a request that I need to share with you guys, Johnson told the camera. He continued, This is a special Make-A-Wish request and its called a rush wish....

April 30, 2025 · 1 min · 148 words · Emily Drake