Sam Asghari to play villain after Britney Spears divorce
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Sam Asghari, who finalized his divorce from Britney Spears last year, recently opened up in a conversation with Us Weekly about his passion for playing villainous roles and the inspirations behind it.
He began the chat by explaining, “Just watching Simu, who plays my boss, just watching him play this bad guy [when] he’s such a nice person in real life, made me realize that these are the type of roles that I should be focusing more on as well.”
“I learned so much from Simu,” the 30-year-old also admitted. For those unversed, Sam Asghari stars alongside Simu Liu, John Cena, and Awkwafina in the upcoming comedy flick Jackpot! Gushing over his other co-stars, Sam expressed, “Awkwafina is such a great comedian and her comedic timing is so on point.”
He continued, “That is the reason she is who she is,” noting, “She was born for comedy.” “And John Cena, I’ve always been super impressed with the crossover from WWE to on-screen acting. And I never knew how much of a professional he was. It was just such a fun experience to be part of this cast,” Sam concluded.
Asghari’s reflections on his colleagues highlight his admiration and respect for their talents. He emphasizes how working with Simu Liu has particularly influenced his desire to take on more complex, villainous roles, showcasing a new direction in his acting career.
The actor’s enthusiasm for his role in Jackpot! and the opportunity to work alongside such diverse and talented performers marks an exciting chapter in his professional journey. Sam’s candid comments provide insight into his evolving ambitions and the positive impact of his experiences on set.
