Joe Rogan has long been known for his unwavering passion for movies. Through his platform, he has expressed his profound appreciation for various films, and one standout among them is the action-packed masterpiece, John Wick. On numerous occasions, Rogan openly declared his love for this Keanu Reeves-led franchise, which has earned an honorable mention on his show.

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However, it appears that Rogan’s admiration for the film has now taken a new direction, focusing on the talented actress who joined the cast in its third installment, none other than the Academy Award-winning Halle Berry.

Berry’s inclusion in the John Wick franchise has not only elevated the series’ profile but has also garnered significant praise for her impeccable performance in this sleek action movie. Adding to Rogan’s already top-notch admiration for Berry’s portrayal, the movie’s director provided the 55-year-old with yet another riveting story to go gaga over the actress.

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Joe Rogan is in awe of Halle Berry

During episode #1995 of the JRE podcast, Joe Rogan had the pleasure of sitting down with the brilliant mind behind the John Wick franchise, Chad Stahelski. As the conversation delved into the intricacies of the film, Rogan couldn’t help but express his admiration for Halle Berry’s remarkable performance.

In awe of Berry’s physicality and believability in the movie, Rogan eagerly asked Stahelski, How long did Halle Berry had to train for that movie? Because she had so many physical- First of all, she is awesome. She’s so good in the movie. She’s so believable and she’s so like, physically adept. Like, I had no idea she could move like that.”

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Responding to Rogan’s inquiry, the director shared a fascinating anecdote about Berry’s involvement. Stahelski revealed, I didn’t even write the script yet, you know. I just got a call from the WME, my agent saying, ‘Hey, would you like to meet Halle Berry?’ [I said,] ‘Yes. Yes of course’. I think she was down either that day or the next day, just banging on my door… She’s like, ‘I wanna be in your movie. She was that straightforward. No b*llsh*t.”

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In John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, Halle Berry portrayed the character ‘Sofia Al-Azwar’, an integral figure in the film’s intricate web of assassins. With her extensive training and dedication, Berry’s performance reached new heights as she effortlessly matched the skill and intensity of Keanu Reeves in the realm of action.

What are your thoughts on Halle Berry in the John Wick franchise? Let us know in the comments below.

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Mayur Soni is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. His journey as an MMA fan started with Conor McGregor’s historic 13-second knockout of Jose Aldo in 2015, which sparked his love for the sport. Since then, he has closely followed the sport and gained an in-depth understanding of its nuances, which reflects in his insightful and analytical writing. Mayur's article on Kamaru Usman's injury displays his dedication to providing comprehensive coverage of athletes from various perspectives. In addition to his love for combat sports, Mayur is also an avid marathon runner. His experience as a marathon runner has given him a deep appreciation for the connection between the mind and body, which he sees reflected in the sport of MMA. As a writer, Mayur's background in theatre also informs his approach to storytelling, allowing him to craft engaging and captivating articles that bring MMA to life for readers.

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