Hollywood superstar and WWE champion-turned-actor ‘Dwayne Johnson’ took to Instagram to address the disappointing performance of his latest film, The Smashing Machine. The sports drama earned just $6 million domestically, marking the lowest opening of Johnson’s career.
In a heartfelt post, ‘Dwayne Johnson expressed gratitude to audiences who supported the film despite its financial setback. “From deep in my grateful bones, thank you to everyone who has watched The Smashing Machine,” he wrote.
The 2025 American biographical sports drama tells the story of UFC legend Mark Kerr. Benny Safdie wrote, directed, co-produced, and edited the film. Johnson described the experience as transformative, highlighting his commitment to fully immersing himself in the role.
“In our storytelling world, you can’t control box office results,” Johnson said. “But what you can control is your performance and your commitment to completely disappear and go elsewhere. I will always run to that opportunity.”
The actor, also known as The Rock, praised Safdie for believing in him. “It was my honour to transform in this role for my director Benny Safdie. Thank you, brother,” he added.
Despite the film’s financial challenges, Johnson said the project changed his life. He emphasized gratitude, respect, and radical empathy as key takeaways from the experience.
The Smashing Machine reflects Johnson’s dedication to taking on challenging roles and exploring new dimensions in acting. While the opening may have been the lowest in his career, ‘Dwayne Johnson’ remains focused on the craft and the personal growth gained through the project.
Fans and followers continue to admire Johnson’s resilience and professionalism, reinforcing his status as one of Hollywood’s most respected and versatile performers.
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