The Charm of Central Intelligence: Dwayne Johnson spills the secrets behind casting Kevin Hart

Want to know why Hart was different from all the other contenders? Well, let me spill the beans for you.

Actor Dwayne Johnson, upon landing the role in the amusing buddy film Central Intelligence, began pondering about his potential co-stars. After securing the role of Bob, a one-time average guy who transforms into a charming super agent, the only thing left to consider was who would bring the laughter as Calvin, a former popular student now leading a dull accounting job. The story revolves around the unlikely pairing of these two contrasting friends as they join forces to rescue the world.

“Picture this, the studio provided me with a roster of ten renowned actors, all of them big names in the industry, any of whom would have been fantastic alongside me,” Johnson reveals during a conversation he had with studio executives regarding casting. “We examined each and every individual on the list, not only focusing on comedic talents but also considering the crème de la crème of global stars. After going through the entire lineup, I declared, ‘There’s one person who absolutely has to portray this character.’ A deep hush fell upon the call, and I confidently uttered, ‘Kevin Hart.'”

What set Hart apart from his competition? Could it be his impressive track record of box office success? Or maybe his expertise in social media? Perhaps it was his background in comedy that made him stand out? Surprisingly, according to Johnson, it was actually Hart’s height that gave him the advantage.

Johnson explains that he always considered the visual aspect first and believed that featuring Hart’s height on the movie posters would capture the attention of the world. He believed that audiences would be intrigued by this unique pairing and would love to see it on the big screen.

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Hart, who has successfully shifted from being a stand-up comedian to a popular actor in blockbuster movies, expressed his excitement about sharing the screen with such talented individuals.
“D.J. is at a peak point in his professional journey, and it was really significant for me to join forces with him,” Hart gushes. “I never expected this opportunity to come my way. I never imagined that we would end up here, and I truly believe in the power of perfect timing. I trust that everything falls into place when it’s meant to.”