50 Cent is famed for his larger-than-life personality in the music and entertainment scene and his high-profile social media actions. Now, it might be that the multi-talented star is about to take his career to even greater heights as whispers begin to build that he may make noise in the forthcoming “Street Fighter” film. Being in the blockbuster would be just another chapter in his storied career, finding a way to combine the spotlight with what could be an iconic role in the world of “Street Fighter” battling.
Rumors from credible sources such as AllHipHop and Nexus Point News think 50 is set to be Balrog, the world-renowned “Street Fighter” character. With his savage moves and tragic backstory, Balrog is one of the most feared characters in the “Street Fighter” universe. The character can be traced back to the streets of Las Vegas, where he fought his way to glory, using brutal violence within the boxing ring. A ruthless prizefighter blackballed from the professional ranks for dirty schemes, Balrog’s fall to the depths of the criminal underworld sees him serving as an enforcer for the terrorism group Shadaloo and would no doubt make for a dark character study on the big screen.
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50 Cent has starred in films and television shows portraying conflicted characters, such as his role on Power, which makes him seem perfect for the role of Balrog. Kevin Hart as Headlockers. The rapper/actor has a unique ability to come off as simultaneously overbearing and sensitive, and he would be an interesting choice to play the combative warrior-turned-villain. In the realm of the physical, physical, and emotional complexity of career-tragic-fall-from-grace, Balrog’s essentially a shift in what many 50′s have been doing with his acting.
Adding further spice to the rumor is 50 Cent’s history of trolling and playing coy, particularly on social media. His jesting jabs and enigmatic tweets about a possible inclusion in “Street Fighter” only stoke the fire. He hasn’t confirmed any official involvement, but he’s been using social media to get fans excited at the prospect of him stepping into an iconic role like this.
For people who like “Street Fighter,” the concept of 50 Cent as Balrog is everything that dreams are made of. The character’s backstory, betrayal, adversity, and, eventually, redemption is a meaty one and gives 50 the chance to bring some of the intensity that has made his music so compelling to bear on the big screen. But if these rumors prove true, the “Street Fighter” series will be big news again, and 50 could be the latest big name to get into action.
