New ‘Ballerina’ Footage Showcases Epic Fight Between Keanu Reeves and Ana de Armas

LOS ANGELES, CA — Fans of the John Wick franchise are eagerly awaiting the release of Ballerina, set to hit theaters on June 6, 2025. The film features Ana de Armas as Eve, an assassin seeking revenge for her father’s murder, with Keanu Reeves reprising his iconic role as John Wick.

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A newly released behind-the-scenes video has intensified excitement among fans. The footage showcases a tense fight rehearsal between de Armas and Reeves, highlighting de Armas’s agility and combat skills as she throws punches at Wick, who counters with his trademark precision. The scene promises to be more than just a physical clash; it hints at deeper narrative tensions between the two characters.

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“I think there are some trademarks in the style of the fights in John Wick, but Eve Macarro is not just another John Wick,” de Armas said in an interview with Collider. She emphasized that Eve’s training and background would introduce a different perspective to the franchise’s action-packed scenes.

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Ballerina unfolds within the same gritty world as the previous John Wick films, taking place between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Chapter 4. Director Len Wiseman aims to maintain the series’ reputation for well-choreographed action while introducing a fresh protagonist. The supporting cast includes Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Ian McShane, and the late Lance Reddick.

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The film is a significant step for de Armas, who previously showcased her action skills in No Time to Die. Ballerina is expected to be a blend of high-octane stunts and emotional depth, as it explores Eve’s relationships and conflicts within the assassin’s realm. With Reeves offering his input for future projects during filming, it seems the franchise still has plenty of stories to tell.

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As anticipation builds for Ballerina, fans are preparing for a thrilling installment that promises to deliver everything they love about the John Wick saga, along with a new action hero to cheer for.