Colin Farrell recently made an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, where he shared a hilarious and cringe-worthy anecdote about his experience working with Bryan Cranston. The chat show, known for its entertaining interviews and lively atmosphere, never fails to deliver memorable moments, and this one was no exception.
During the interview, Norton asked Farrell about his interest in fitness and specifically yoga. Farrell admitted that he was “mad” about yoga and practiced it every day for an hour. He even joked about how he would look for a yoga mat as soon as he entered a room. Norton proceeded to ask if Farrell practiced yoga alone, to which he replied that someone usually tells him what to do in a group setting.
The conversation then shifted to Farrell’s recent film, where he plays a heart surgeon. In one particular scene, the film opens with a close-up shot of a beating heart. Farrell revealed that the production team actually filmed a real live quadruple bypass surgery, which added a surreal and intense element to the movie. He mentioned how the smell of burning flesh in a barbecue restaurant might be enticing, but when it’s a human being, it’s a whole different story.
Farrell went on to share a behind-the-scenes story about the operation scene. He described the graphic nature of the surgery, including the moment when surgeons saw through the sternum. Feeling queasy, Farrell confessed that he had to step out of the room at one point. However, he added that the focus puller, responsible for adjusting the camera lens, had to stay there the entire time, despite feeling green from the intense visuals.
The conversation then took a lighthearted turn as Norton brought up Farrell’s notorious on-screen hairstyles. With self-deprecating humor, Farrell admitted that he has had some of the worst hairdos in film history. From intentionally bad hair in movies like “Horrible Bosses” to unintentional mishaps like his look in “At the End of the World,” it seems that Farrell’s hair hasn’t always been on his side.
Norton also teased him about his role in “Alexander” and how his blonde locks didn’t quite match the historical figure. Farrell explained that his character was supposed to be brunette, but due to some creative choices, he ended up with a blonde mane. He even joked that he may have been responsible for a few of the worst pictures from that movie, proving that he doesn’t shy away from making fun of himself.
Towards the end of the interview, Norton brought up an amusing incident involving Farrell and Bryan Cranston. The two actors had worked together on a film, and during a particular intense wrestling scene in a pool of water, Farrell ended up contracting pink eye in both eyes. To add to the hilarity, Cranston later revealed that he had actually defecated in the water, intentionally giving Farrell the unpleasant infection. The audience erupted in laughter as Farrell recounted the incident, appreciating the clever way Cranston had managed to “get back” at him.
As always, The Graham Norton Show provided an entertaining and lively platform for celebrities to share amusing stories. From Farrell’s yoga obsession and on-screen hair mishaps to his unforgettable encounter with Bryan Cranston, this episode had its fair share of memorable moments. It’s these fun and candid conversations that make The Graham Norton Show a must-watch for any fan of enjoyable and light-hearted entertainment.
