WWE star discusses Megan, Shun Oguri, and her special Tokyo premiere gift
Summary
– Liv Morgan said she loved playing Megan in Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo
– She initially worried WWE would not approve the film because of its mature content
– Morgan presented a custom WWE championship belt during the Tokyo premiere
Liv Morgan opened up about her role in Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo during the film’s Tokyo premiere.
Morgan plays Megan, a mysterious woman who arrives in Japan and becomes connected to the film’s story. She said she immediately enjoyed the character but initially believed WWE would never allow her to take the role.
Morgan explained that WWE’s family-friendly programming made her question whether the company would approve a film with much more mature material. She was surprised when permission was granted and said the opportunity allowed her to challenge herself as a performer.
The WWE star described the experience as an honor and said she had a great time working on the project. Morgan also expressed excitement about showing fans a different side of her acting ability.
During the premiere, Morgan was asked about Shun Oguri’s character. She described him as charming and attractive but also deeply dangerous because he is searching for redemption.
Oguri reacted positively to Morgan’s comments and said he was happy to hear her describe his character that way.
Morgan also discussed working with Lily James. She noted that the Japanese production was a new experience for both actresses, but praised James for adapting quickly to the demands of the set.
Morgan said their time working together was exciting and that James’ flexibility encouraged her throughout production.
The premiere also featured a surprise gift from Morgan. She presented a custom WWE championship belt created specifically for the filmmaker.
The belt featured personalized details from the movie, including the filmmaker’s name and the Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo title. Morgan explained that she wanted to express her appreciation for the opportunity to appear in the film.
The presentation created a lighthearted moment during the event, with the recipient expressing his surprise and gratitude.
Morgan’s appearance at the premiere highlighted how far her career has expanded beyond wrestling. She is now preparing to introduce fans to a new character while continuing her work as one of WWE’s most recognizable stars.
