Footie Neymar will debut with Deepika Padukone in 'xXx: The Return of Xander Cage'

Brazilian footballer Neymar has taken a huge leap from green pitch to the silver screen holding Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel's hands.

The FC Barcelona striker is kicking off his acting career with the Hollywood movie xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage, reports the Express Tribune.

The Fast and Furious actor took to Instagram recently to reveal that the 24-year-old footballer has already begun shooting and he is a 'natural' one.

 

A photo posted by Vin Diesel (@vindiesel) on Jun 3, 2016 at 3:17pm PDT

 

A photo posted by Nj neymarjr (@neymarjr) on Jun 3, 2016 at 12:32pm PDT

Reportedly, Neymar was in the United States last week to face the camera for a cameo appearance.

The Bajirao Mastani actress' Hollywood debut is expected to be released in January 2017.

xXx: The Return Of Xander Cage will also see stars like Nina Dobrev, Ruby Rose and Samuel L Jackson.