August 2nd can’t come soon enough as the highly anticipated Fast and Furious spin-off, Hobbs and Shaw, gears up for its release. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the film’s stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Jason Statham, and Idris Elba shared their excitement and insights about the action-packed movie. The article also features tҺrilling photos from the set.

The Rock discusses working with Statham and their dynamic on set, highlighting their contrasting approaches. While Statham prefers to come prepared with locked-in lines, The Rock playfully describes himself as a “massive pаin-in-the-аss headache” who constantly introduces new ideas. Statham further praises their shared sense of humor, jokingly mentioning the difference in their bench press weights.

Speaking about his character Deckard Shaw, Statham explains that he believes Shaw was initially misunderstood as a villain in the early Fast & Furious films. As the franchise progresses, the audience unravels Shaw’s true nature and realizes he is not entirely a villain but rather an intense and resourceful character.

Idris Elba, the newcomer to the Fast and Furious series, expresses his admiration for the franchise and his excitement to play the complex antagonist, Brixton. Elba describes Brixton as someone with violent tendencies but also intriguing qualities that almost make him likable, despite being on the wrong side of the law.

Directed by action maestro David Leitch (known for John Wick and Deadpool 2), Hobbs and Shaw promises exhilarating action sequences. Leitch characterizes Shaw as a precise and forward-thinking driver, while Johnson’s character, Hobbs, embodies brute force and muscle.

With two of the world’s biggest action stars joining forces for an explosive slugfest, Hobbs and Shaw is poised for greatness. Fans can anticipate a high-octane, adrenaline-pumping experience when the film hits theaters on August 2nd.

For the full interview and more information, you can visit EW’s website and check out the trailers for Hobbs and Shaw, which promise an epic showdown between the “Ice Cold Can of Whoop аss” and the “Champagne Problem.” Get ready for a ballistic thrill ride!