As the title implies, the sequel The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard adds another core component to the ensemble, integrating Salma Hayek’s character from The Hitman’s Bodyguard into a more substantial dynamic alongside co-stars Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L.
“The original script was more like a straight action film and then when I met with Ryan, I was like, ‘Dude, this has gotta be a comedy,’ and he was like, ‘Yeah, I know, I agree.’ So I went off and did development on that script and with number two, we are in that sweet spot,” Hughes revealed to ComicBook.com.
In the new film, “The world’s most lethal odd couple – bodyguard Michael Bryce .
“She’s just this wonderful ball of creative energy that’s like, ‘Wooooo!’ And I said this to Salma, so it’s not breaking news, but she’s crazy, in a good way,” the filmmaker joked.