After six years away from the claws, Hugh Jackman is once again transforming into Wolverine — and he’s not holding back. The Australian actor, now 54, is hitting the gym hard to reprise his iconic Marvel role in the upcoming Deadpool 3, set to release November 8, 2024.
Jackman, who last played the grizzled mutant in 2017’s Logan, is returning alongside Ryan Reynolds, marking the long-awaited crossover between Wolverine and Deadpool. And judging by his recent training teasers on Instagram, he’s diving into the preparation with trademark intensity.
Back to “Beast Mode”
In recent months, Jackman has shared glimpses of his workouts:
- Dumbbell curls that show off his signature Wolverine arms.
- Seated leg presses heavy enough to make even mutants sweat.
- And a weighted plank with a bumper plate stacked on his back — because apparently, standard core work isn’t enough when you’re playing a superhero.
His captions keep it simple and wry, with nods to the physical grind of getting back into fighting form.
No Steroids — Just Hard Work
Despite years of speculation, Jackman has always maintained he achieved Wolverine’s legendary physique naturally. In a 2023 interview with Chris Wallace, he dismissed rumors of steroid use, insisting he’s done it the “old-school way” — with disciplined nutrition (he joked he’s eating “more chickens” than ever) and relentless training.
The Return of a Legend
After 17 years and nine films, Jackman had once sworn Logan would be his last turn as Wolverine. But when Reynolds came calling with Deadpool 3, he couldn’t resist one more round.
From what we’ve seen so far, he’s channeling that same ferocity and focus that made his take on the mutant one of the most beloved superhero performances in film history.
Conclusion:
Wolverine is back — older, stronger, and still every bit the beast. If Jackman’s current workouts are any clue, Deadpool 3 won’t just be a comeback — it’ll be a full-blown resurrection.
