Paul Mescal gained 22 pounds for 'Gladiator II,' then had to lose 26 in 2 months. He said it was 'misery.'
Paul Mescal said gaining and shedding weight for two of his upcoming movies was "miserable." Mescal told Variety he gained 22 pounds for "Gladiator II" and then lost 26 for "The History of Sound." More male actors are opening up about the toll changing weight for roles takes on their mind and body.