Though famed primarily for his work in the ring, UFC fighter is starting to make the move into acting, thinking ahead and setting up a new career when he has to hang up his gloves. He discussed his future with HeyUGuys, when we caught up with the star during the promotional tour of xXx: Return of Xander Cage.
Bisping discusses his role and the enjoyable sense of ambiguity where the part is concerned. He also spoke about replacing a certain Conor McGregor, and whether he can see himself moving away from big action franchises and into more understated, character driven work.
He went on to tell us whether he gets more nervous before a fight or shooting a big scene, and on his forthcoming part in My Name is Lenny. We also quizzed on his turn in Twin Peaks (yay!) – though seems the cast are almost as in the dark as we are…
xXx: Return of Xander Cage Synopsis
After coming out of self-imposed exile, daredevil operative Xander Cage (Vin Diesel) must race against time to recover a sinister weapon known as Pandora’s Box, a device that controls every military satellite in the world. Recruiting a new group of thrill-seeking cohorts, Xander finds himself entangled in a deadly conspiracy that points to collusion at the highest levels of government.
xXx: Return of Xander Cage is released in cinemas across the UK Friday January 19th. Be sure to check out this handy link for all of our other junket and premiere interviews.
