Footie Neymar will debut with Deepika Padukone in 'xXx: The Return of Xander Cage'

Written By DNA Web Team | Updated: Jun 09, 2016, 04:13 PM IST

Brazilian footballer Neymar has taken a huge leap from green pitch to the silver screen holding Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel's hands.

Brazilian footballer Neymar has taken a huge leap from green pitch to the silver screen holding Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel's hands.

The FC Barcelona striker is kicking off his acting career with the Hollywood movie xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage, reports the Express Tribune.

The Fast and Furious actor took to Instagram recently to reveal that the 24-year-old footballer has already begun shooting and he is a 'natural' one.

 

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Reportedly, Neymar was in the United States last week to face the camera for a cameo appearance.

The Bajirao Mastani actress' Hollywood debut is expected to be released in January 2017.

xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage will also see stars like Nina Dobrev, Ruby Rose and Samuel L Jackson.