Actor Chris Pratt was concerned that his body and weight could have prevented him from securing role in the movie.
From looking at the picture above, it is hard to believe it is the same person. Â Chris Pratt has undergone a huge physical transformation from an ordinary guy to muscle-bound megastar for the Marvel franchise film, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY.
The American was concerned that his physique could have been a stumbling block on his quest of securing a role in the blockbuster film.
Whilst promoting the film, the 35-year-old actor admitted during a press conference in London, that despite his physical appearance not being a problem for his role of Peter Quill, he feared that his build could have stopped him from getting the part.
“I think that if I could be believed physically as the character, [the role] would be mine. Â James [Gunn, the director] and I gelled in a nice way, it seemed almost immediately like my spirit was right for this character.”
The actor began a gruelling fitness regime to get himself in shape and now looks a completely different person.
“I just didn’t look the part. I wasn’t walking around in the right vehicle yet. Â So I knew if I could convince them to take a chance on me and give me enough time, I could make the change required to look like the part.”
Credit where it’s due, he looks every bit the strong superhero we had in mind. Â
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXYÂ is out now in cinemas.
