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Rob Colletti Calls Wapol Role Most Challenging Yet

3/11/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rob Colletti (actor, Netflix's One Piece) calls his Wapol season 2 role the most challenging yet rewarding.
He underwent extensive stunt training and wore a custom-designed armor suit, which he found physically demanding.
Colletti praises the costume and prosthetics team for craftsmanship and notes the suit's intricate design.
He thanks the cast and crew and notes filming in Cape Town, South Africa, while the series expands with manga characters.

History

Historical Context

Since the end of apartheid in 1994, South Africa's film industry has flourished, with Cape Town emerging as a key production hub. The Cape Town Film Commission reported a 30% increase in film-related jobs, reflecting the city's growing appeal. Today, productions like Netflix's "One Piece" leverage local talent, showcasing Cape Town's significance in global filmmaking and its ongoing economic transformation.

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Story summary

Rob Colletti (actor, Netflix's One Piece) calls his Wapol season 2 role the most challenging yet rewarding.
He underwent extensive stunt training and wore a custom-designed armor suit, which he found physically demanding.
Colletti praises the costume and prosthetics team for craftsmanship and notes the suit's intricate design.
He thanks the cast and crew and notes filming in Cape Town, South Africa, while the series expands with manga characters.

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