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Vin Diesel has consistently occupied the pivotal role in theFast and Furioussaga across numerous installments. However, there was a moment when the actor foresawFurious 7as the unquestionably standout cornerstone of this blockbuster franchise.
Following the unforeseen passing of Paul Walker, the filming process for the remaining scenes ofFurious 7became an arduous undertaking for Vin Diesel and the ensemble. With a substantial portion ofFurious 7already in the can prior to Walker’s tragic accident, his conspicuous absence imbued the project with a profound significance that extended beyond a mere film, affecting everyone involved, including Diesel.
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Guardians Of The GalaxyHelped Vin Diesel Move On
Vin Diesel’sinvolvement in mega-franchises extends beyond theFast and Furiousseries. He has successfully carved out a place in the Marvel universe by lending his voice to the character Groot inGuardians of the Galaxy. This cinematic endeavor arrived at a most opportune juncture for Diesel, offering solace and support as he coped with the loss of his co-star,Paul Walker.
Diesel toldVariety:
“That was healing for me. To play a character that could reincarnate, rejuvenate and represent life as trees do.”
The director of the film, James Gunn, observed how playing the character Groot must have served as a profound source of solace for the grieving star.
Gunn toldVariety:
“Vin was in a very sensitive place. It was not long after Paul passed away. I think the simplicity of Groot, the innocence of Groot and the creativity of Groot was a big relief for Vin.”
Diesel also recollected one of his final conversations with Walker, which broached the topic of mortality. He emphasized that action films carried a significant element of peril, acknowledging that these risks might ultimately result in his own demise.
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Vin Diesel Wants Robert Downey Jr. InFast 11
Continuously drawing Hollywood’s top-tier talent into his expanding franchise, Vin Diesel is presently on the lookout for the billionaire philanthropist known as Iron Man. After the resounding commercial triumph of his latest installment,Fast X, Diesel has voiced his aspirations to further enrich his ensemble with prominent figures. Most notably, his recent addition is the 58-year-old Hollywood luminary, Robert Downey Jr.
Whether Robert Downey Jr. would entertain the notion of reentering the realm of blockbuster action-adventure films is a separate conversation altogether. However, at this moment, it’s hard not to be captivated by Vin Diesel’s vision of casting the Iron Man actor. During the trailer unveiling of his latest film,Fast X, Diesel didn’t hesitate to invoke Downey Jr.’s name when asked about his “dream casting” for upcoming Fast and Furious chapters.
While keeping most details about Robert Downey Jr.’s prospective role under wraps, pending his acceptance, Vin Diesel deliberates on the character he could suggest for the 58-year-old actor. Alluding to the possibility of a villainous character, Diesel hinted at the prospect of extending an offer for Downey Jr. to take on the role of an antihero.
Furious 7is available for streaming on Peacock.
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Source:Variety
Vishal Kawadkar
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