Dave stopped by our studios to chat about his fresh activity filmThe Killer ’s Game .

If you’re in the mood for a lighthearted European action thriller (and, let’s be honest, you really should be), thenThe Killer’s Gameis calling your name.

The upcoming film starsDave Bautistaas a hitman who puts out a hit on himself after receiving a terminal health diagnosis. Except, the doctor got it wrong, and he’s actually not dying. Too bad the hit he put out can’t be rescinded, leaving him no choice but to kill his wannabe killers.

Dave stopped by our studios to chat about the film while completing ourPuppy Interview, and we’re so glad he did.

The actor and WWE legend was a total sweetheart. Turns out he’s also a huge dog dad! He opened up about his love for pit bulls (he’s got four of his own at home) and why he thinks the breed is “misjudged.”

He even told us his youngest dog, Talulah, came to him by way of hisGuardianscostarChris Prattandthe one and onlyMillie Bobby Brown. The story he shared is genuinely so heartwarming.

But that’s not all he opened up about. Dave is a part of some major franchises likeDune,Knives Out,Guardians of the Galaxy,andBlade Runner.He told us what film he found “most challenging” to work on (Hint: It’s not any of those mentioned above)…

…which WWE star he thinks has the chops to make it as a major actor…

…and which legendary actress it’d be “magical” to star alongside in arom-com.

Of course, he also told us everything aboutThe Killer’s Game, including his favorite behind-the-scenes moment, which involved his costar, SirBen Kingsley.

So watch Dave’s full interview below:

Finally, check outThe Killer’s Gamein theaters on Sept. 13.

Dave Bautista aims a sniper rifle while wearing a black leather jacket and gloves

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Dave Bautista and Sofia Boutella sit across from each other at a dimly lit table in a restaurant with candles and soft lighting

Dave Bautista, in casual clothing with tattoos visible, holds a small puppy with both hands against a plain background

Dave Bautista poses in a Wu-Tang Clan C.R.E.A.M. t-shirt and sunglasses against a plain background

Dave Bautista sitting on the floor, gesturing with his arms while three puppies play at his feet. Bautista is wearing sunglasses and a Wu-Tang Clan t-shirt

Man wearing a "Wu-Tang Clan C.R.E.A.M." shirt, sunglasses, sitting on the floor with four small puppies on a light pink background

Ben Kingsley in a blue suit and cap, using a red public phone on a city street