John Cena has been roped in to star in the ninth instalment of ‘Fast & Furious’.
Announcing the news, Cena took to Twiter and wrote, “For nearly 20 years, the Fast Franchise has entertained fans and created some of the biggest cinematic moments in history. It’s an incredible honor to join this franchise and this family.”
For nearly 20 years, the Fast Franchise has entertained fans and created some of the biggest cinematic moments in history. It’s an incredible honor to join this franchise and this family. https://t.co/7GFzDsX8sl
— John Cena (@JohnCena) June 7, 2019
In April, Hollywood actor Vin Diesel had hinted about the wrestler joining the cast of the film, however, Universal officially confirmed on Friday that the blockers actor is a lock, reported Fox News.
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Nothing much is known about the role of Cena and the character is under wraps. Dwayne Johnson will not be in Fast & Furious 9.
With the screenplay written by Dan Casey from a story by Justin Lin, the production will start later this month.
Diesel is producing through his One Race Films and Lin for Perfect Storm Entertainment. The film is scheduled to hit the theatres on May 22, 2020.
(With agency inputs)