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“I've been typecast. People don't want to take a risk or a chance. Quite a few times they've come up to me and say "We want you to do that Russian accent." And I'll be like, "How about if I do an Irish accent or a South African accent," and they don't trust that you can properly pull them off.”

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Scott Adkins

Scott Adkins, born on June 17, 1976, is a renowned action actor from the United Kingdom. Known for his exceptional martial arts skills and acting prowess, he has starred in numerous action films, earning him a global reputation. more

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