TL;DR
- Nicholas Galitzine shares fitness tips from Taylor Zakhar Perez.
- He-Man film set for UK release on June 5, 2026.
- Galitzine underwent a five-month body transformation.
- The film explores Prince Adam’s origin story.
- Galitzine maintained muscle for future roles.
Get ready to flex those muscles, because Nicholas Galitzine is spilling the tea on his jaw-dropping transformation into He-Man for the upcoming film Masters of the Universe. The star, known for his role in Red, White & Royal Blue, revealed that fellow co-star Taylor Zakhar Perez played a pivotal role in his fitness journey, offering tips that helped him sculpt his body for the iconic role.
Set to hit UK cinemas on June 5, 2026, the live-action adaptation directed by Travis Knight promises to showcase Galitzine in a whole new light – and very little clothing. “To do what we wanted to do, it was no time at all,” he confessed at the Leicester Square premiere, reflecting on the intense five-month regimen he undertook to achieve his He-Man physique.
“It was a massive undertaking,” Galitzine admitted, emphasizing the extreme dietary changes he faced. “It was way, way, way too much food and then way, way, way too little food. I can’t really decide which one was more difficult.” Talk about a rollercoaster ride of carbs and protein shakes!
But it wasn’t all sweat and tears; Galitzine had the support of a dedicated team and his buddy Perez, who is no stranger to fitness himself. “Taylor is a very in-shape guy,” Galitzine said, praising his co-star’s dedication. “He shared a few tips with me and the rest I just trusted my loyal companions.” Who knew that the secret to becoming a superhero was just a few workout tips from a friend?
As the film dives into the origin story of Prince Adam, who must reclaim his magical Power Sword and battle the villain Skeletor (played by Jared Leto), fans can expect to see Galitzine in all his muscular glory. And while he’s been working hard to maintain his physique, he also hinted at the challenge of losing some of that muscle for future roles.
“Taylor was very complimentary, bless him,” Galitzine said, reflecting on their time filming together. With both stars recently wrapping up filming for the sequel Red, White & Royal Wedding, it’s clear that their bond extends beyond the gym.
So, mark your calendars and get ready to see Nicholas Galitzine flex his muscles in Masters of the Universe. It’s bound to be a blockbuster that will leave fans cheering for more than just the action!