Possible “Street Fighter” Role For Roman Reigns Revealed

Roman Reigns is reportedly in discussions to join the cast of an upcoming live-action “Street Fighter” movie, a significant potential move into Hollywood first reported by Deadline on May 21, 2025.

While industry sources have confirmed to Fightful that talks are indeed underway, it’s also stressed by the outlet that “nothing is finalized as of yet” regarding his involvement.

The most startling aspect of this news, revealed by Fightful Select, is the specific, iconic “Street Fighter” character Reigns is being considered for: the powerful and demonic Akuma. This potential casting is widely seen as “not the first name that many would expect when thinking of Reigns.”

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Andrew Ravens
Andrew Ravens
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