Dwayne Johnson has stated that he now only wants to be involved in "films that matter", but at the same time, he's not ready to give up blockbusters entirely

Apparently, Scala intends to rethink his future acting career.

Here's What We Know

Following the recent announcement that Dwayne Johnson would be playing his first major dramatic role in the upcoming biographical film 'The Smashing Machine', the former wrestler, who is now an actor, has hinted that he is currently stepping away from the blockbusters he is known for in order to "push himself" like never before.

He explained: "I’m at a point in my career where I want to push myself in ways that I’ve not pushed myself in the past. I’m at a point in my career where I want to make films that matter, that explore a humanity and explore struggle [and] pain.".

In Benny Safdie's sports drama The Smashing Machine, Johnson will play mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr and tell his true story.

Johnson also noted that for all his desire to bring out more drama in himself, he's not giving up blockbusters like "Jumanji," "Black Adam" and "Fast & Furious" entirely. The actor said that these works are dear to him and definitely have value, but at this point in his career he is at a point in his career where he wants more. "And I don’t mean I want more box office. I mean I want more humanity." Scala said.

"The Smashing Machine" will be the first independent project for Safdie, as he previously worked with his brother Josh Safdie on hits such as "Uncut Gems" and "Good Time" with Robert Pattinson.

When We Can Expect It

The Smashing Machine does not have a release date at this time