In a surprising revelation, actor Vinnie Jones shared with Yahoo UK that he won’t be reprising his role as Juggernaut in the upcoming ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ film, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. The reason? The dreaded Juggernaut costume.
Jones, who previously played Juggernaut in ‘X-Men: The Last Stand,’ disclosed that he was approached for the role in the new film but had to decline due to the immense mental and physical toll of donning the iconic suit.
He emphasized the challenges, stating, “it’s such a drama putting that suit on mentally and physically.” The actor reminisced about the difficulties, including restricted movement and having to drink through a straw while in costume.
Expressing his disappointment about not striking a deal for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine,’ Jones didn’t hold back in criticizing ‘X-Men: The Last Stand,’ calling it a “shambles.” He asserted that his part as Juggernaut was “diluted” and not what he had initially signed up for.
Despite the suit woes, Jones conveyed his admiration for ‘Deadpool,’ labeling it his “favorite movie of all f***ing time.” However, budget constraints prevented him from joining the cast in the suit once again.
As fans eagerly await the release of ‘Deadpool & Wolverine‘ on July 26, Jones’s insights provide a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the challenges faced by actors in superhero costumes and the intricacies of bringing beloved characters to the big screen.
