The actor is unfazed by the failure of his new film.
Dwayne Johnson has reacted calmly to the weak box office results of his new film “The Smashing Machine”. In an Instagram post, he emphasized that it’s not the numbers that matter, but rather your own performance.
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No control over numbers, but over ability
Despite positive reviews, “The Smashing Machine” only grossed just under six million US dollars in its first weekend. On Monday, October 6th, the actor addressed his approximately 392 million followers on Instagram about this. In the caption, Johnson thanked everyone who watched the film “from the bottom of his heart.”
He also explained that in the world of “storytelling” you don’t have control over the numbers – but you do have control over your own performance and willingness to take on new roles.
Numbers are unimportant to Dwayne Johnson
The actor also thanked director Benny Safdie for trusting him in the role. Dwayne Johnson emphasized that he would take up this “opportunity” again at any time. He concluded the Instagram post by declaring that the film had changed his life and greeting: “With deep gratitude, respect and radical empathy, dj.”
On Dwayne Johnson’s Instagram post:
“The Smashing Machine” – that’s what it’s all about
In the biographical sports drama, Johnson portrays the former amateur wrestler and MMA fighter Mark Kerr, who reached his peak in the ultimate fighting competition between 1997 and 2000. The film focuses on Kerr’s battle with drug addiction and his drive for success. The story focuses on the fighter’s vulnerability and his relationships – especially with his partner. Emily Blunt plays his girlfriend Dawn Staples.