Zac Efron has always been known to undergo physical transformations for his acting roles, but his recent portrayal in the movie “Iron Claw” has stirred curiosity among fans regarding his altered appearance, particularly his jawline.
The 36-year-old actor underwent a significant makeover for his role in the A24 biopic “The Iron Claw,” where he portrays the iconic pro-wrestler Kevin Von Erich.
Efron not only embraced a new hairstyle with a bowl cut and rocked ’80s fashion, including short shorts during wrestling scenes, but also underwent intense muscle gain for the film.
During the Los Angeles premiere of the movie on December 11, Efron expressed, “I looked nothing like myself in the best way possible.
It was quite shocking initially, but we meticulously pieced it all together bit by bit.”
The actor elaborated on the transformation process, mentioning how the wig and clothes individually seemed outlandish but, when combined and set against the backdrop created by the production team, embodied the essence of the Von Erichs, achieving the desired effect.
Efron’s physical transformation left his co-star Jeremy Allen White in awe, who portrays Kerry, Von Erich’s brother in the film.
White confessed his disillusionment upon seeing Efron’s muscular physique despite rigorous training efforts on his part.
In a subsequent interview on TODAY on December 20, Efron acknowledged the rigorous physical preparation required for his role in the film, emphasizing the challenging yet rewarding journey.
The noticeable change in Zac Efron’s appearance while promoting “The Iron Claw” stems from his character transformation for the role as well as an incident from a few years back that resulted in facial injuries.
Aside from bulking up for his role, social media users have pointed out alterations in Efron’s jawline over time, with comparisons circulating on platforms like TikTok, sparking discussions on potential cosmetic procedures or accidents causing the change.
Speculations around Efron’s jaw began in April 2021 and were further fueled by a Facebook Watch video appearance with Bill Nye, where fans noticed the variance in his jawline.
Setting the record straight, Efron disclosed in a 2022 Men’s Health interview that a severe injury he sustained necessitated extensive medical treatment and physical therapy, leading to the distinct change in his jawline.
Addressing rumors of plastic surgery, Efron clarified that the altered jawline was a result of recovering from a severe injury rather than any cosmetic enhancements, emphasizing the aftermath of the injury and subsequent treatment.
The injury, which occurred approximately four years ago when Efron slipped while running through his house, resulted in a harrowing collision with a granite fountain corner, rendering him unconscious and causing significant damage to his jawbone.
Reflecting on the incident in a recent interview, Efron humorously remarked on the severity of the accident, highlighting the near-death experience he endured and the lasting impact it had on his physical appearance.
