Jason Momoa Dislikes His New Look for Dune: Part 3
Carlos Mendoza 
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- Jason Momoa has shaved his signature beard for the upcoming Dune: Part 3, reprising his role as Duncan Idaho who returns as a clone.
- The actor took the opportunity to promote his eco-friendly brand, Mananalu, through a partnership with Boomerang, launching a reusable water bottle system aimed at reducing plastic waste and emissions.
- Dune: Part 3 is set to begin production in Budapest in July 2025 and is expected to release on December 18, 2026. The film stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh, with Jason Momoas son, Nakoa-Wolf, playing Leto II, Paul and Chanis son, and Ida Brooke as Ghanima, Leto IIs twin sister.
- In the Instagram video documenting the beard shave, Jason Momoa expressed his discomfort with the change, joking about the decision being made for Denis, referring to director Denis Villeneuve.
Jason Momoa’s Beard Gone for Dune: Part 3, Unveils Eco-Friendly Water Bottle Line
Jason Momoa surprised fans by shaving his signature beard, a look he had maintained for six years since filming the first Dune movie in 2019. The actor, known for roles such as Duncan Idaho in Dune and Aquaman, shared a video on Instagram documenting the shave. In the video, Momoa joked, stating, “Just for you, Denis,” referring to director Denis Villeneuve, before admitting, “Man, I really don’t like this.” This change in appearance is linked to Momoa reprising his role as Duncan Idaho in Dune: Part 3, where the character returns as a clone. Beyond preparing for the film, the video also promoted Momoa’s eco-friendly brand, Mananalu. Through a partnership with Boomerang, Mananalu launched a reusable water bottle system designed to reduce plastic waste and emissions. Dune: Part 3’s production is set to begin in Budapest in July 2025, targeting a December 18, 2026 release date. The film will star Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh. Jason Momoa’s son, Nakoa-Wolf, will play Leto II, Paul and Chani’s son, while Ida Brooke will play Ghanima, Leto II’s twin sister.
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