ALBERTO DEL RIO INTERVIEW!

What was it like performing at Wrestlemania?

It was a dream come true, it was a great feeling to be in the ring in front of so many people and millions watching on TV around the world.

Who’s the hardest opponent you’ve ever had to face in the ring?

I’d have to say Randy Orton. I’ve been wrestling with him for years and he’s one of the toughest and best performers in the WWE.

Who do you like beating up the most in the ring?

I like wrestling Rey Mysterio because of his Mexican style. He’s also a high flyer but at the same time he’s a really tough opponent to face!

What advice would you give anyone who wants to become a wrestler?

You must work hard every single day and eat the right food and also know when to rest properly.

Who’s your best mate in the locker room?

Drew McIntyre is the one who I hang out with the most. We travel together between shows.

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Carlos Saldanha

Hi Carlos! Tell us about Rio!

It took nearly ten years to make from when I first had the idea. It’s about Blu, a rare blue macaw that is taken to Rio to mate with a female macaw. Blu falls in love with Jewel, the female, but they are taken on an unexpected journey around the city of Rio when smugglers snatch them.

Why is the movie set in Rio?

I’m from Rio and I probably take for granted what a wonderful city it is! I hadn’t been back for about 10 years but I remembered loving every thing about the place. We actually took some of the film crew to Rio because they hadn’t been before.

What did you do while you were there?

We went to the world famous carnival and tried to experience Rio like Blu does in the film. I wanted everyone to take in the atmosphere and wear the funny costumes and everything!

There are humans and animals in the film. Why’s that?

I wanted to make the film appealing to everybody, kids to adults. Having just animals in the film can make it seem like it’s just for a younger audience. Everyone can enjoy the film, as there is a human side to it as well as the animals.

Who is your favourite character?

It’s hard to say, they are like my children! Each character has their own unique qualities that make them so likeable. Or unlikeable in the case of Nigel!

What’s the funniest bit in the film?

There’s a scene where there’s a brawl between the monkeys and the other animals, which has some very funny moments in it. There is also a bit where Nigel starts singing, which is one of my favourite parts!


Will there be a Rio 2?

Who knows! It took so long for Rio to come about I’m just happy this film is out there. It’s a dream come true for me to make an animated film with a personal story!


Rio is released on Blu-ray Triple Play Ultimate Carnival Edition, Blu-ray 3D and DVD on 24 October from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment

WWE Superstar Daniel Bryan talks to TOXIC!

Hi Daniel! When will you cash in your Money in the Bank match?

I’m going to cash it in at Wrestlemania 28. I’ve always wanted to be in the main event at Wrestlemania and this is the perfect chance for me to do it!

What’s the hardest match you’ve ever had?

In 2006 I separated my shoulder after about 5 minutes and the match lasted for an hour! So I had to wrestle for ages with my shoulder just hanging from my body!

Ouch! What’s the worst injury of your career?

In 2007 I detached my retina in my eye! I couldn’t see out of my left eye for the whole match! My vision in my left eye is now really blurry!

That’s not good! Who do you have the best matches with?

My favourite singles match was actually against Sheamus in Dublin because he came out to an enormous reaction, the fans were going crazy!

Has anything embarrassing ever happened to you in the ring?

Yes! I’ve had several times where my pants have been pulled down in the ring! It just happens just randomly.

Oh dear, I’m sure no one saw it! Has anyone ever farted in a match?

Yeah! One time I was wrestling in the independents against a team called the Briscoe brothers and one of them was giving me a piledriver. So not only did I take a piledriver, the guy farted on my head as well!

Smelly! Who is the biggest prankster in the locker room?

The most outlandish prankster is Cody Rhodes. He just blames other people for stuff and makes up stories and throws chairs and stuff. He’s very mischievous!

Who’s your best pal in wrestling?

I travel with William Regal. He’s been a mentor of mine since 2000. We get along really well and have very similar personalities.

Finally, what else do you hope to achieve in wrestling?

I would really like to elevate myself to the level of John Cena or Randy Orton. I want to be the guy that main events every main event!

SummerSlam will be live and exclusive on Sky Box Office at 1am on Sunday 14 August.
 For the 24th year running SummerSlam will host a series of show stopping bouts. The line-up is yet to be announced, so for an exclusive look go to wwe.com for more info.