“He will say anything to get out of that press line”: Vin Diesel Lied to Fast and Furious Fans to Promote His Last Movie? Director Reveals the Truth Behind His Fast X Comments

With a career that spans over two decades, Vin Diesel is among the biggest and most renowned names in the movie industry. He is one of the names that will pop up when you think of a successful action hero, as he has a muscular physique, a deep voice, and a charismatic presence that will make the audience engaged throughout the movie. Even though Diesel has worked in films such as XXX, Guardians of the Galaxy, Saving Private Ryan, and many more, none could match his popularity in the Fast & Furious franchise.

Vin Diesel

Vin Diesel’s role in the Fast & Furious franchise is iconic, as Dominic Torreto’s cut sleeves and Dodge Charger are the first things when we think of him in the film. Recently, the franchise release its 10th sequel, Fast X and he had earlier stated that the ending will be in three parts. However, the current director has come forward stating that the actor has lied about the films.

Vin Diesel Has Exaggerated The Ending of The Franchise

Louis Letterier, the director of Fast X has explained in a recent interview with Games Radar, that his star, Vin Diesel has amplified the idea that Fast X would lead to a final trilogy of films. As most of the fans were under the impression that Fast 11 would be the last film of the franchise.

Louis Letterier

During the premiere of Fast X in Rome, Diesel stated that the filmmakers were pitched the idea of making it into a two-part film, but the studio decided to make it a trilogy, as they were blown away by it.

“I can say this: going into making this movie, the studio had asked if this could be a two-parter, and after the studio saw part one, they said, ‘Could we make Fast X the finale, a trilogy?’”

Letterier laughed at the comment of the Pitch Black actor stating that he will “say anything to get out of that press line.” And once he is out of the line he forgets what he says.

“The one thing about Vin is like when he’s on a press line, he will say anything to get out of that press line. And I’m kind of like him and go, ‘Yeah, sure, we will go to the moon in the next one. Bye.’ And then you [the press] never forget!”

Louis Letterier and Vin Diesel

The Brothers Grimsby director continued that the need to take one step at a time for the action franchise.
“Obviously the next one is coming, and then yeah, one movie at a time. I think the one thing that Hollywood keeps reminding us is that it’s one step at a time, put one foot forward at a time. Let’s count our blessings. We’re very lucky this movie was well-received and well-loved, people went to see it in a movie theater and now they’re going to see it at home. It’s one at a time.”

Letterier came back to Vin Diesel’s comment about the three-part trilogy explaining how the franchise was 25 years in the making, and they are trying to figure out their next step for the franchise.

“I mean maybe what [Diesel] was saying is that there’s 25 years of filmmaking and storytelling…so two movies might not be enough to tell the story that is needed, and that’s what we’re figuring out these days.”

While Letterier stated the incomplete fact about Vin Diesel’s statement about the franchise’s ending. Another rumor started circulating the internet that the XXX actor was not too fond of Jason Momoa on the set of Fast X.

Vin Diesel Is Not Too Fond of Jason Momoa?

When big names are forced to be a part of a movie for a long time, their true colors start to surface, and in the social media age, it is evident. The Fast & Furious franchise has seen a fair bit of controversy, as Dwayne Johnson publicly criticized his co-stars for their lack of professionalism and how he had a fallout with Diesel.

Vin Diesel and Jason Momoa

And it looks like now, Jason Momoa has also been dragged into the dirt. Momoa’s role as Dante Reyes was immensely popular, and following the positive response some speculations have been followed, about how these two actors are not too fond of each other. As rumors were stating the Fast X co-stars did not get along well on the sets of the film. However, Vin Diesel put the rumors to rest by sharing a post on Instagram with a heartfelt caption.

“I love how expressive and collaborative all of the actors in our franchise feel coming into the World’s Saga. Jason wanted to try something totally unique and special and ended up creating a scene stealing character that the world won’t forget.”

The Bloodshot actor praised Momoa for his vision and how he stood out as a villain most beautifully and authentically that would be remembered by the fans for years to come. The Aquaman actor replied, saying that he had the best time on set, debunking any lingering rumors.