He recently lost 14 kg in just four months while getting healthy after a short work stoppage.
And Ashley Walters and co-star Noel Clarke were back at work as filming for the second series of Bulletproof began on Monday in east London.
The Top Boy star, 37, jumped out of a glass window in an attempt to catch a thief in an intense pursuit, hours before British Prime Minister Boris Johnson plunged Britain into a lock -out in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic.
Kick-off: Ashley Walters and co-star Noel Clarke were back at work as filming for the second series of Bulletproof began in East London on Monday
Taking his role as NCA Detective Ronnie to new heights, Ashley showed off his athleticism as he hit the streets of the English capital.
The actor Get Rich or Die Tryin looked effortlessly cool in a black wool coat, paired with a burgundy sweatshirt, indigo jeans and canvas sneakers.
Meanwhile, screenwriter Noel, 44, followed the example of his partner as he crossed the roads to try to find the thieves, photographed fleeing the scene with backpacks.
The director of Kidulthood – who recently revealed that the pair takes on most of their stunts – created an equally stylish look in a bright red Nike sweater, navy jacket and slightly faded jeans.
On mission: the 37-year-old Top Boy star jumped through a glass window to catch a thief in an intense chase
On the run: the shooting took place a few hours before British Prime Minister Boris Johnson plunged Britain into a lockout amid the coronavirus pandemic
Until nothing good: a thief was photographed leaving a jewelry store with a backpack
Mischief: Shattering through the window, the thief tries to flee
Here we go: Taking his role as Detective Ronnie of the NCA to new heights, Ashley demonstrated his athleticism as he hurtled down the streets of the English capital.
Impressive: Like movie star Tom Cruise, Ashley and Noel take care of most of their stunts
Within hours of filming, the British Prime Minister urged people to end all “non-essential” contact with others in the context of the global coronavirus crisis.
The coronavirus was classified as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) last week, with leading countries such as Italy, Spain and China implementing national bans.
Sporting events, music festivals and other social gatherings have been canceled or postponed due to the crisis.
Almost 200,000 people worldwide have been infected and nearly 8,000 have died since the epidemic began in December. It is not clear if the shooting of Bulletproof will be postponed.
Well equipped: the musician was fully charged while carrying a pistol under his jacket
In the zone: actor Get Rich or Die Tryin looked effortlessly cool in a black wool coat, paired with a burgundy sweatshirt, indigo jeans and canvas sneakers
He is coming! Screenwriter Noel, 44, followed the example of his partner as he crossed the roads to try to find the thieves.
Stand out: the director of Kidulthood created an equally elegant look in a bright red sweater from Nike, a navy jacket and faded jeans
Busy bee: Ashley is set to start filming Netflix’s blockbuster drama, Top Boy
Plot: Aaron Bishop (Noel) and Ronnie Pike (Ashley) join forces as detectives for the National Crime Agency in London as they tackle organized crime
Different worlds: While Ronnie was already linked to the police through his middle-class family, Aaron fell into the occupation after a difficult education in foster homes.
The series sees Aaron Bishop (Noel) and Ronnie Pike (Ashley) join forces as detectives for the National Crime Agency in London as they tackle organized crime.
While Ronnie was already linked to the police through his middle-class family, Aaron fell into the occupation following a brutal education in foster homes.
Last week, the couple highlighted their fitness trips by discussing the Lorraine series.
Rapper Ashley mocked his former “ daddy bod ” while screenwriter Noel spoke of giving up books before the second season of their drama series – inspired by the blockbuster films Bad Boys by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence .
Behind the scenes: Noel stood on a padded surface to improve the jumping skills of television stars
Impressive: Ashley Walters (L) and Noel Clarke (R) highlight their body transformations before the second series of Bulletproof during the Wednesday edition of Lorraine
The actor had previously admitted that he had “ let go ” when he had piled on the pounds during a break from his Bulletproof shooting.
Screen star Ashley – who has been speechless for seven months – insisted that he “ loves ” going to the gym, attributing his routine to becoming a “ quieter person. ”
Joking about his previous appearance, Kidulthood director Noel pointed out that his close friend had a toned upper body before embarking on a lifestyle overhaul, adding: “ His before was my after!
“I’m a little ashamed of my position but I posted the photo to show you the results and show that you can do it too.”
“ We bring our friendship to the series ”: the Top Boy star, 37, and the screenwriter, 44, teased the details of their drama Sky One – inspired by Bad Boys
Before and after: The actor and the rapper made fun of his former “ papa bod ” (L last year, R in January)
“ We do as much as possible ”: producer revealed losing 14% body fat after 21 weeks of training at Ultimate Performance Kensington helped him do his own stunts
Lifestyle overhaul: screen star has been a teetotal for seven months
With an impressive physique, the producer of The Anomaly revealed having lost 14% of body fat after spending 21 weeks of training at Ultimate Performance Kensington helped him to undertake his own stunts in the Sky One program.
He explained: “ The stuntmen will be very annoyed that I act as if we are doing all our stunts, but for insurance reasons, we are doing everything we can. ”
Commenting on Bulletproof’s creative process, actor Mute Noel explained: “ The Bad Boys were an inspiration to us, we got a lot out of their jokes and we wanted our action levels to be everything as good or better.
“ We will include lunchtime jokes in the series ”: Doctor Who actor said he had injected their authentic relationship into the series
TV session: Aaron Bishop (Noel) and Ronnie Pike (Ashley) join forces as detectives for the National Crime Agency in London as they tackle organized crime
‘We got a lot out of their jokes’: Martin Lawrence and Will Smith of the Bad Boys pictured in the 2003 sequel
Relaxation: despite the roles of hardmen, the couple has surprisingly revealed that they like to be pampered during their absence from work (photo in January)
“America is very good at mixing comedy with drama, so that was something we wanted to meet.”
Ashley added, “I think we both think that if people still want the show, we will continue to do it.”
In injecting their authentic relationship into the series, the Doctor Who star said: “ We certainly bring much of our true friendship to the series.
“More to follow”: Elsewhere in the interview, former So Solid member Crew Ashley revealed he was about to “diversify” and release new solo music later this year (2006 photo )
Busy bee: Ashley set to return as Dushane in Netflix Show Top Boy’s success in 2021 (photo)
“Sometimes we make jokes at lunch and include him on the show. It takes an hour to film a 5 minute scene because we are always laughing.
Although they have taken on the roles of hardmen, the couple have surprisingly revealed that they enjoy being pampered while away from work, with Noel insisting that “ Mr gangster Top Boy ” Ashley was the one who encouraged him to take pedicures.
Elsewhere in the interview, former So Solid member Crew Ashley – who is expected to return as Dushane in the Netflix Top Boy hit in 2021 – revealed that he will “ diversify ” and come up with new ones. solo music later this year.
Effortlessly cool: friends posed for photos after their interview
