From Knock Knock to Knockout — Ana de Armas reunites with Keanu Reeves in Ballerina

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Ana de Armas' rise to the lead role is a powerful story in itself. Born in Cuba, she began her acting career in Spain, starring in Spanish-language films before making her English-language debut alongside Keanu Reeve read more
Directed by Len Wiseman, Ballerina tells the gripping story of Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas), a highly skilled assassin on a relentless quest for vengeance against those who destroyed her family. Set between the explosive events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4, this latest installment expands the franchise's universe with the signature blend of pulse-pounding action, immersive world-building, and jaw-dropping stunts.
Ana de Armas' rise to the lead role is a powerful story in itself. Born in Cuba, she began her acting career in Spain, starring in Spanish-language films before making her English-language debut alongside Keanu Reeves in Knock Knock (2015)—a film she shot while still learning English on set. Nearly a decade later, she reunites with Reeves, not as a newcomer, but as a formidable action star in her own right.
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Reflecting on their collaboration, Keanu Reeves says, 'She's a wonderful actress, so talented. And that inner strength and motivation, being able to draw that up and to show that in the stillness of the scenes that we had together. She's quite a presence.'
Len Wiseman agrees: 'She's perfect for the role in many ways. What I love about this franchise series is that it is more of an actor-based action, and so we see the actors doing more of their own performance and choreography. And she was game with that.'
Ana didn't just embrace the role—she dove in headfirst.. From the very beginning, Ana insisted on undergoing intensive combat training and hands-on stunt work, determined to honor the high standards of the John Wick legacy. Her dedication is evident in every frame.
Ballerina released in theatres across India on June 13th, presented by PVRINOX Pictures in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. In contrast to the invincible superheroes that dominate the screen, Eve bleeds, fights back, and transforms—making her story all the more human and resonant.
With an ever-growing fan base for the John Wick universe in India, Ballerina is poised to become the next big theatrical obsession. As the countdown begins, one thing is certain—the action is just getting started.