Michael Bisping reveals what it was really like working with Gerard Butler on Den of Thieves 2: Pantera

Michael Bisping has given a fascinating insight into what his experience was like filming Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, with Gerard Butler.

The former UFC champion thoroughly enjoyed his time with the legend of the film industry.

Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty ImagesMichael Bisping received words of wisdom from Gerard Butler on the set of Den of Thieves 2: PanteraIn his esteemed MMA career, Michael Bisping won the hearts of fans around the world for his tenacious style inside the cage, as well as his palpable charisma on the mic.

And it’s that larger-than-life personality, that has allowed him to effortlessly cross over into the world of movies.

The icon has secured many a notable role, with his recent performance in Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, set to be one of his biggest yet.

The film, which was released yesterday, saw the Englishman put in a stellar performance, with his acting prowess featuring in a blockbuster that also showcases the greatness of Gerard Butler.

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Bisping has now opened up about his positive experience of working in close proximity to one of the biggest talents in the industry.

In an exclusive interview with Bloody Elbow, the former King of the middleweight division, enthused: “Gerard Butler, you could not meet a nicer guy, and I truly mean that. I never did any scenes with him, sadly, I would’ve loved to.

“We got to hang out quite a few times, and we had dinner. We stayed in the same hotel, so I bumped into him a lot.

“He’s just a warm, genuine, friendly, kind of normal guy—obviously, he’s wildly successful and a global superstar, but just a nice, normal, still down to Earth human being. That was lovely to see.

“We shared some great dinners, and he gave me some fantastic advice.”

Michael Bisping tells hilarious story of accidentally dropping a movie legendIt comes as no surprise, that a mixed martial artist of the caliber of Bisping, is regularly utilized in fight scenes, with the brawler’s expertise coming in handy.

With this considered, it goes without saying, that throughout his journey in the acting world, the star has had many an epic showdown.

However, filming these sequences isn’t always easy, as Bisping found out when he sent a massive name in the industry flying towards the floor, when he accidentally connected with a punch.

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