CM Punk is looking to make his mark in Hollywood, taking CM Punk acting inspiration from former WWE star Dave Bautista as he explores new opportunities. During a recent media tour promoting his latest film, Punk discussed his admiration for Bautista’s versatile career path and his own ambitions as an actor.
Punk’s Expanding Film Work and Genre Aspirations
Although best known as the reigning World Heavyweight Champion in WWE, CM Punk has taken significant steps into the film industry. Over the past week, Punk has been promoting his role in the upcoming horror movie Night Patrol. Despite being a longtime horror fan, Punk has made it clear he aims to broaden his horizons and appear in various movie genres, following the example of Dave Bautista, who has made successful transitions across different types of films.
Punk explained his approach during an interview with That Hashtag Show, saying,
“I cast a wide net. I want to do everything, like Dave Bautista,”
Punk, WWE star and aspiring actor, remarked. He added,
“I’m currently shooting a rom-com in Calgary, which I think is going to turn a lot of people’s heads too. Like, there’s no such thing as small roles, you know? I want to jump into every single opportunity that gets thrown my way and have fun doing it,”
Punk, WWE star and aspiring actor, said.
A Friendship Rooted in Respect and Shared Ambitions
Punk and Bautista are friends, and Punk has publicly expressed strong interest in acting alongside the WWE and Hollywood standout. Bautista, who continues to earn praise for his performances, has spoken positively about Punk’s acting potential as well, highlighting their mutual respect and similar goals.
Honing His Craft and Seeking Collaboration
As Punk works on Night Patrol, he hopes viewers will recognize the talent he brings, alongside the ensemble cast. He spoke about the growth and enjoyment he’s found through his movie work, stating,
“They paid me to be able to have fun and learn from actors that were better than me,”
Punk said. He continued,
“And it’s only going to help me grow. And I think this movie is going to kind of open up eyes to my talent but also the litany of talent that is in this movie,”
Punk, WWE star and aspiring actor, elaborated.
Notable Projects and What Lies Ahead
While Punk is tied to WWE and recently defended his title against Bron Breakker on Raw, his acting resume is steadily growing. Besides Night Patrol, he has appeared in the Syfy series Revival and made a cameo appearance in Disney’s upcoming Zootopia 2. Meanwhile, his friend Bautista is set to appear alongside Jason Momoa in The Wrecking Crew, an action-comedy releasing on January 28 on Amazon Prime Video.
For CM Punk, acting is another arena to challenge himself, much like the wrestling ring. Drawing inspiration from Bautista, Punk’s willingness to embrace every role that comes his way signals his determination to make a lasting impression in Hollywood. As his acting career evolves, fans will be watching to see how his story unfolds and whether a collaboration with Bautista finally becomes a reality.
