Just as Hollywood's biggest night unfolded, Ana de Armas made waves of her own with the electrifying debut of the Ballerina trailer. The John Wick spinoff introduces Anna de Armas as Eve Macarro, a ballerina-turned-assassin on a relentless quest for vengeance. Dropping during the Oscars 2025, the trailer instantly became a talking point, shifting attention away from the ceremony as fans eagerly dissected every action-packed moment.

Despite the unexpected distraction, Armas was still very much part of the Academy Awards 2025, taking the stage as a presenter alongside Sterling K. Brown. Her dual presence, both on-screen and at the Oscars, only reinforced her growing dominance in Hollywood, proving that she can command attention no matter the occasion.With Ballerina promising high-octane action and an intense storyline, Ana de Armas is set to carve her own space in the John Wick universe. Fans are already buzzing about her transformation into a fierce assassin, and with Keanu Reeves making an appearance, the anticipation is at an all-time high. As the release date inches closer, all eyes are on de Armas to see if she can deliver a spinoff worthy of the franchise’s legacy.

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While Ballerina comes from the John Wick universe, Ana de Armas made it clear long before its Oscars trailer drop that Eve Macarro is no mere copy.

Ana de Armas steps into the John Wick universe as Eve Macarro, a ballerina-turned-assassin with a deadly mission in Ballerina. While she shares John Wick’s relentless determination, Armas clarifies that Macarro is not just a female version of the Baba Yaga. Instead, she has her own unique style of combat, shaped by her training within the Ruska Roma. The trailer teases intense action, showing Macarro taking on powerful foes, proving that she is more than capable of carving her own path.

Beyond delivering thrilling action, Ballerina also reunites Ana de Armas with Keanu Reeves, who reprises his role as John Wick. Producer Basil Iwanyk revealed that de Armas played a key role in getting Reeves on board, reigniting fan excitement. With familiar faces like Ian McShane and the late Lance Reddick returning, the spinoff promises to expand the John Wick saga. Fans can witness Eve Macarro’s journey when Ballerina hits theaters on June 6, 2025.

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