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Pierce Brosnan’s Dramatic Transformation for Boxing Biopic Leaves Fans Stunned

Pierce Brosnan, known for his suave and sophisticated roles in films like James Bond and Mamma Mia, has shocked fans with his latest transformation for an upcoming sports film. The 70-year-old actor was spotted on set looking almost unrecognisable, sporting a more frail appearance, wrinkles, and white balding hair.

The transformation is all for his role in the upcoming biopic “Giant,” which revolves around the life of boxing legend Prince Naseem Hamed. Brosnan will be portraying Brendan Ingle, an Irish steelworker-turned-boxing trainer who coached Naseem in his early career. The film will delve into the challenges faced by Naseem, including racism and Islamophobia in the UK during the early 1990s.

Directed by Owan Athale, known for his work on “Gangs of London,” “Giant” will not only focus on boxing but also explore the deep friendship between Naseem and his trainer Ingle, who passed away in 2018. The film is set against the backdrop of Sheffield, where Ingle resided, and will feature Sylvester Stallone as one of the executive producers.

The official synopsis of the biopic describes it as the true story of Hamed’s humble beginnings on the tough streets of Sheffield and his journey to becoming a world champion boxer under the guidance of Ingle. With such a compelling storyline and Brosnan’s striking transformation, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of “Giant” to see the actor in this new and challenging role.

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