Dolph Lundgren, actually named Hans Lundgren, was a Swedish actor, director, and also a martial artist. Lundgren is popularly known for his action-based movies. The actor’s role in “Rocky IV,” as Ivan Drago, where he was seen opposite Sylvester Stallone in the year 1985, got him a breakthrough in the entertainment industry.
Lundgren has recently spoken about being furious and almost getting into a fistfight with Sylvester Stallone on the sets of The Expendables. Later, Stallone was also seen with Lundgren in Rocky IV. The Swedish actor has spoken up about their professional relationship was a mix of good and bad times, akin to a family dynamic.
He went down memory lane and recalled an incident that happened on the sets of “The Expendables” where Stallone got furious on the scene, raised his voice, and even made him act for a couple of extra takes in front of the whole crew. Despite their occasional conflicts, both actors have had a good bonding and also collaboration over the years. Who is Sylvester Stallone? Here is everything you wanted to know.
Sylvester Stallone is an iconic American director, actor, and screenwriter. Stallone got his breakthrough in the film industry by portraying legendary roles like ‘Rock Balboa’ in the Rocky film series and ‘John Rambo’ in the Rambo series.
The Rocky fame actor also wrote and cast in the Rocky movie series, which also bagged three Academy Awards, including Best Picture. It also made him established as an A-list actor in the entertainment industry. Later, in 2010, the actor also the film series “The Expendables”, which was a blockbuster at the box office.
What did Sylvester Stallone say to the actor Dolph Lundgren?
The ‘Rocky IV’ actor remembered an incident that he almost got heated up, which led to a physical with Sylvester. Lundgren also shared that the tensions between them reached a certain level during demanding fight scene rehearsal. Their egos collided, tempers ran high, and a minor disagreement turned into a heated intense argument.
As per the actor, while on the sets of ‘The Expendables,’ Lundgren faced a challenging situation, and he was also publicly criticized and forced to take almost 20 retakes for a scene in front of the whole crew. The actor also remembered that he felt berated, as his performance was not up to the bar.
Sylvester also commented on Dolph by saying his grandmother could do it better than that. “What the f#ck, what are you (Dolph) doing?” This incident happened when the international press was also there, which created more intense pressure on the situation.
After all the fiery scenes, Lundgren remained upset and even thought of quitting the movie. The Swedish actor took a break and also got emotional and talked to his wife on the phone and expressed his frustration. He said to his wife, “If he(Stallone) says one more word, then I am going to Know him out and f#ck this movie,” and said the actor would quit.
Also added that he is going just to punch him out and leave the movie. But he went back to the sets; the environment was tense. Yet, Stallone talked to him and offered him an apology. He also suggested they do another take and move to the next one.
Despite some past disagreements, Lundgren also referred to Stallone as a “crazy Italian.” However, the actor also emphasizes that their bond lasted for a long time and had mutual respect and love they have for each other.
Overall, Lundgren and Stallone have a close bond with deep-rooted memories. They both were seen on the screen in the movie “Rocky IV” before. Both collaborated nearly after two decades for ‘The Expendables.’ Their distinct relationship is a blend of camaraderie, and the rivalry clearly demonstrates their passion and unwavering commitment to their craft.
Despite their close, intense argument moment, the two action actors put their differences and disagreement aside and gave phenomenal performances in the film. ‘The Expendables’ movie was released in the year 2010, helmed by Sylvester Stallone, and it was a huge blockbuster hit in the film industry. Although it also spawned two successful installments, solidifying the franchise’s place in the action movie Hall of Fame.
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