As Ryan Reynolds prepares for the release of his upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine, an old video resurfaces from when he was promoting his first installment in 2016. The old interview featuring Reynolds reignited discussions among Marvel fans, who pointed out how the actor appeared visibly uncomfortable throughout the one-on-one exchange.
As the video resurfaced nearly a decade after its initial upload, viewers began cringing all over again, after rewatching the awkward exchange between Ryan Reynolds and the influencer/professional boxer KSI. As the video circulates online, many fans express their sympathy for the Deadpool star, who painfully endured the interview.
Ryan Reynolds’ Awkward Interview While Promoting Deadpool
Back in 2016, promoting his Marvel blockbuster film Deadpool, Ryan Reynolds surprisingly found himself stuck in an uncomfortable interview with influencer KSI. Recently, with the actor making headlines for his upcoming movie Deadpool & Wolverine, the throwback video from 2016 resurfaced on YouTube, making viewers cringe over the awkward exchange.
The interview, conducted years ago, showcases Ryan Reynolds in an uncomfortable exchange, with KSI beginning the conversation by having a stare challenge with the actor. While this could have been a playful introduction, the influencer’s obnoxious tone and aggressive body language made people flinch hard.
Later on, KSI appeared to ask bizarre questions about romance in Deadpool leaving Ryan Reynolds to fumble for words. Considering the Marvel movie is famously known for its humorous dialogues and action-packed sequences, the question about romantic encounters in the movie was truly shocking for all.
However, while Ryan Reynolds professionally navigated through the first half of the awkward exchange, he was later met with another challenge where KSI handed him a list of questions and a headphone for a whisper game. Confused about what to do with the questions, while struggling to read the influencer’s lips, Reynolds eventually asked if he had ever done an interview before.
Fans Sympathize with Ryan Reynolds in the Resurfaced Interview
Watching the ever-humorous and team-playing Ryan Reynolds get frustrated with the interview, Marvel fans rally behind the actor after the uncomfortable exchange left viewers cringing on his behalf. As Reynolds visibly struggled to maintain his composure while navigating a series of bizarre questions and encountering moments of awkwardness, fans took to social media to express their empathy for the star.
The discomfort evident in Ryan Reynolds’ demeanor has struck a chord with viewers, prompting an outpouring of support and understanding. For the actor, whose quick wit and charm are often his trademarks, the rare experience of stumble, which could otherwise have been a successful promotional campaign for Deadpool, left a palpable sense of discomfort, both for the actor and the audience.
The moment when Ryan asks, ‘have you ever done an interview before?’ says it all. One user noted.
Ryan’s trying so damn hard to be nice, it probably has been a long day for him. Another shared.
I think he enjoyed the staring contest, but once he [KSI] started screaming, Ryan knew it was going to be absolute wank. A netizen pointed out.
You know you’re annoying when you manage to make Ryan Reynolds look annoyed with you. One user commented.
Ryan Reynolds is like: ‘who the f*ck made me do this interview with this weird guy?’ Another stated.
But in the end, despite the uncomfortable nature of the interview, Ryan Reynolds’ ability to handle such situations with grace and humor has not gone unnoticed. His self-deprecating wit and patience once again garnered praise and earned him even more respect from his dedicated fanbase.
Deadpool & Wolverine is set to fly into theaters on 26 July 2024.
Deadpool is available on Disney+.
