Introduction

In a candid interview for the latest issue of GQ magazine, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson addressed the swirling controversy surrounding his behavior on set, specifically relating to his occasional tardiness and his habit of urinating in bottles to save time. This chatter gained momentum after a report from The Wrap claimed that Johnson’s actions had significantly inflated the production budget of his upcoming Christmas movie, "Red One," to an eye-popping $250 million. Sources alleged that he could reportedly show up to eight hours late some days.

Johnson's Response

“Yeah, that happens,” Johnson confessed when confronted with the reports. However, he was quick to dismiss the exaggerated claims, stating, “Not that amount, by the way. That was a bananas amount. That’s crazy. Ridiculous.”

Unusual Practices

The earlier report from The Wrap also pointed out Johnson’s unusual practice of relieving himself in bottles while on set, as he often felt compelled to avoid the inconvenience of restroom breaks. He remarked, “Yeah, I’ve said a thousand times: ‘Hey, I’m here. Come and ask me. And I’ll tell you the truth.’”

Support from Peers

Despite acknowledging some reliability issues regarding his timing, Johnson vehemently criticized the overall narrative as “bullshit.” His "Red One" director, Jake Kasdan, backed him up, stating, “Dwayne never missed a day of work ever. He has a lot going on. He can be late sometimes, but such is Hollywood — that’s the case with everybody. Honestly, I’ve made three big movies with him. I’ve never seen him be anything but great to every single person on the set.”

Chris Evans, Johnson’s co-star, also jumped to his defense, highlighting the positive aspects of working with the action star. “Compared to some of the things I’ve seen on other movies with other actors who are not only not conscious of other people’s time but they’re unpredictable? I found Dwayne to be — we all know exactly what he’s going to do when he’s going to do it,” Evans explained.

Scheduled Workouts

Evans clarified that Johnson often scheduled his morning workouts, which contributed to his later arrival on set. “This is something that the producers, the director, and it’s all his team, so they all know this. So it’s all basic,” Evans elaborated. “It’s not like he’s late unexpectedly, and I wouldn’t even call it late. He comes in slightly later on certain mornings, but it’s part of the plan.”

Generosity on Set

To further diminish the storm of controversy, Evans recounted a day on set where Johnson generously distributed a staggering $100,000 to the crew. “Dwayne said, ‘What’s the pot at right now?’ and someone replied, ‘I don’t know, four grand.’ He said, ‘Let’s call it 20.’ Then he kept raising the stakes, leading to a situation where he gave away almost a hundred thousand dollars over one Friday!”

Conclusion

Johnson’s openness about his work habits and philanthropy on set shines a light on the often-overlooked realities of working in Hollywood, where pressures and expectations can lead to misunderstandings. While he may face scrutiny for his occasional lateness, his contributions and generosity appear to resonate with those who work alongside him, proving that there’s more to Dwayne Johnson than just his larger-than-life persona. In a world where Hollywood controversies can overshadow genuine talent, can Johnson's actions spark a conversation about empathy and support in the film industry?