Although the DC cinematic universe has not yet achieved the level of success that many hoped for, it is currently experiencing significant growth, especially following the releases of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad. In addition to the beloved superheroes already introduced, such as Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg, and Flash, audiences will also be introduced to a unique character in 2019: Shazam.
The distinct feature of this film lies not only in the character development and superpowers of Shazam but also in the selection of the actor to portray him, which is none other than The Rock – Dwayne Johnson.
Since the news broke that The Rock would play a role in the superhero film Shazam, many eager fans have been curious about how this professional wrestler would interpret his character. While the official image has not yet been revealed, a fan-made artwork has already depicted The Rock as Black Adam, the arch-nemesis of Shazam, as shown below:
A striking image of The Rock as Black Adam – the nemesis of Shazam
If you are not familiar, in the comic version, Shazam is Billy Batson, a regular kid who, like many others, is granted an incredible magical power that allows him to transform into a superhuman with overwhelming strength and extraordinary abilities simply by saying the word “shazam.”
In the Shazam universe, the role meant for The Rock is that of Black Adam, an ancient Egyptian figure bestowed with powers similar to Captain Marvel. Although Black Adam possesses great strength, he is often depicted as a villain who succumbs to greed and revenge, making him a formidable opponent for Shazam.
