Jake Gyllenhaal could soon have a formidable new opponent to face in the highly anticipated sequel Road House 2 if the talented actor Dave Bautista finalizes his involvement! As reported by sources close to Deadline, Bautista, known for his roles in Dune and Glass Onion, is on the verge of signing contracts for two exciting action films: the upcoming Road House 2 and the Highlander reboot featuring Henry Cavill as the legendary immortal warrior.

According to Deadline, in the Highlander reboot directed by Chad Stahelski, Dave Bautista is set to portray the iconic villain Kurgan, a role that was famously brought to life by Clancy Brown in the original sci-fi classic starring Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery. Since the announcement of this project, there has been much speculation regarding the casting of Kurgan, and selecting Bautista as the formidable immortal warrior is a decision that resonates perfectly with fans of the franchise.

In the case of Road House 2, Deadline indicates that Bautista will star alongside Jake Gyllenhaal in this eagerly awaited sequel to Doug Liman’s 2024 remake of the classic 1989 action film featuring Patrick Swayze. The screenplay for Road House 2 will be penned by Will Beall, known for his work on Bad Boys: Ride or Die, continuing the thrilling saga of Dalton, an ex-UFC fighter turned bouncer. Initially, Guy Ritchie was slated to direct the film, but following his departure from the project, Ilya Naishuller, recognized for Nobody and Hardcore Henry, is taking the reins of this exciting venture.

Chad Stahelski, the visionary director behind Highlander, hinted at the ambitious timeline for his remake last year during an interview with The Direct. He stated, “We’re bringing it forward from the early 1500s in the highlands to the beyond present-day New York and Hong Kong, and seeing how it goes,” adding, “There’s big opportunity for action. There’s a chance to play a character that not a lot of people get to play. And it’s a bit of a love story, but not how you think. On John Wick, I learned a lot on how to bend the storytelling a little… another kind of myth.”

So far, the star-studded cast of Highlander includes Henry Cavill (Man of Steel, The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare), Russell Crowe (Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind), and Marisa Abela (Black Bag, Back to Black), portraying the characters MacLeod, Ramirez, and Brenda, respectively. This ensemble promises to bring the epic tale of immortals to a new generation of viewers.

Are you thrilled about the possibility of Dave Bautista joining the thrilling casts of both Highlander and Road House 2? I can vividly imagine Bautista donning Kurgan’s menacing armor, and it feels like a match made in cinematic heaven. Share your thoughts and excitement in the comments section below—we want to hear from you!