Dave Bautista Bulks Up 20 Pounds to 250 for God of War Kratos Role on Prime Video

Dave Bautista, 55, has packed on 20 pounds of muscle for the lead role in Prime Video's God of War series, bringing his weight to 250 pounds as he prepares to play Kratos. The actor revealed the transformation on Instagram, noting he needed two months to get into shape for the part. Bautista replaces Ryan Hurst, who was forced to exit after a bicep tear, and joins Callum Vinson, who plays Atreus, in the adaptation of the 2018 game. The series has a two-season order, with filming resuming soon. Bautista's weight history includes a peak of 370 pounds during his WWE days and 315 pounds for Knock at the Cabin, but 250 is a leaner, more athletic build fitting the Spartan warrior. The casting shake-up and Bautista's dedication signal Amazon's commitment to a faithful, physically imposing Kratos as the franchise expands with God of War Laufey in 2027. Fans can expect a powerhouse performance when the series debuts.