Hugh Jackman loves challenge of transforming physique for Deadpool and Wolverine

Hugh Jackman relished the challenge of getting in shape for Deadpool and Wolverine.

The 55-year-old actor reprised the role of Wolverine for the new Marvel movie, and Hugh has revealed that he loved the challenge of transforming his physique.

The Hollywood actor - who stars alongside Ryan Reynolds in the film - told People: "I had got to the point, it must have been probably ten years ago, I was like, I'm not enjoying it. It was hurting. It was tough.

"But I've had a break, and I've been doing a lot of dance. I've been doing stage shows and arena shows. And so when I came back to it, it was really fun and I was thrilled."

Hugh was pleasantly surprised by how well his body responded to the challenge.

He said: "My body was a little sore at the beginning, but I was thrilled that my body was still responding. And I realised how good it is for your brain.

"I have to eat a lot. For me, for my body type, I'm naturally skinny - to get the size on, that's the hardest bit. That's the bit that does my head in."

Meanwhile, Hugh previously advocated for mental health support for movie stars.

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The actor suggested that it's important to take care "of the whole person".

Speaking to the BBC, Hugh explained: "There's a little part of the old school part of my brain [that thinks], 'Well, that's up to you to work out.' If you need to go to a doctor, for whatever reason, your foot, your mental health, you know, you work that out.

"But I think it certainly would be a sign from an employer that we understand taking care of the whole person, not just paying them, but taking care of their well-being in all forms is really, really important."