Mark Wahlberg Shaves Head for Villain Role in New Film 'Flight Risk'

The actor embraced a bold transformation, opting for a shaved look over a bald cap, while fully immersing himself in his character on set.

Mark Wahlberg shaved his head, leaving a 'horseshoe' pattern, for his role in Mel Gibson's action thriller 'Flight Risk,' which debuted on January 24, 2025.
Wahlberg chose the shaved look to avoid lengthy makeup chair sessions, saying it allowed him to focus more on his performance.
His wife, Rhea Durham, was initially shocked by the transformation but eventually found it 'cool,' while their children found the look amusing.
Wahlberg apologized to his co-stars for being distant on set, explaining that he stayed in character as a villain throughout the 22-day shoot.
The movie, directed by Gibson, follows a tense journey involving a U.S. Marshal, a fugitive, and a mysterious pilot played by Wahlberg.