Jake Gyllenhaal Prepares for ‘Road House 2’ with Terrifying Workout

Jake Gyllenhaal, the 44-year-old actor known for roles in movies like Brokeback Mountain, is gearing up for the sequel to the 2024 film Road House. During a recent appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Gyllenhaal admitted feeling nervous about getting back into fighting shape for the movie.

In the original film, Gyllenhaal played an ex-UFC fighter named Dalton and worked hard to achieve the muscular physique required for the role. He mentioned that it “took a village” of people helping him with nutrition, safety, and aesthetics to make it happen.

Reflecting on his experience working with the late Patrick Swayze, who starred in the original Road House and collaborated with Gyllenhaal on Donnie Darko, the actor shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. Despite feeling anxious about getting in shape again for the sequel, Gyllenhaal expressed admiration and respect for Swayze’s talent.

While details about the sequel are still scarce, fans can expect Gyllenhaal to go through a rigorous training regimen to embody his character. Despite feeling nervous about the physical demands of the role, Gyllenhaal’s dedication to his craft and respect for the original film and his late co-star shine through in his words.