[Sacha Baron Cohen on His Viral Transformation and New Film 'Ladies First']-[Sacha Baron Cohen Got Mistaken for Jacob Elordi, Jimmy Accidentally Drops Dumbbell on Sacha’s Foot]

The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon · A2 ·

📋 Summary

The Unexpected Concert Encounter

Sacha Baron Cohen shares a humorous anecdote about attending a concert for Gracie Abrams, the daughter of director J.J. Abrams. He describes the scene as being populated almost entirely by teenage girls, with only three men present: himself, J.J. Abrams, and actor Jacob Elordi. Baron Cohen jokes about being mistaken for the much younger and more conventionally attractive Jacob Elordi, highlighting the absurdity of the situation as it played out on TikTok.

Cultural Impact and Recognition

Reflecting on his career, Baron Cohen discusses his inclusion in the New York Times list of the 100 best movies of the 21st century for his iconic role in Borat. While he jokingly attempts to deflect the praise by suggesting they focus on his "charitable contributions" instead of his accolades, he admits that the recognition is "fantastic," especially considering the film was a project that "almost never got made."

Physical Transformation for Ladies First

Baron Cohen details the intense preparation for his new Netflix film, Ladies First. The movie explores themes of "the objectification of women" and features a protagonist who, in a reversed social dynamic, must deal with being objectified himself. To achieve the required physique, Baron Cohen initially attempted to use prosthetics crafted by an Oscar-winning artist. However, after the director insisted on realism, he sought the help of Matthew McConaughey to secure a personal trainer, Alfonso. Through an intense three-week regimen, he successfully got "jacked," an achievement that he claims "broke the Internet" and even landed him on the cover of Men's Physic.

A Comedic Fitness Demonstration

During the interview, Baron Cohen playfully attempts to teach the host, Jimmy, his "20-minute workout" routine. The segment descends into typical comedic chaos. Baron Cohen reveals he is wearing a "male corset" (which he dubs a "morset") to protect his "insured" six-pack. The interaction culminates in a failed attempt to lift 50-pound weights, leading to a mock injury and a plea for a medic, underscoring Baron Cohen’s penchant for physical comedy.

The Message of Ladies First

Turning to the substance of his new film, Baron Cohen explains that Ladies First centers on a "male chauvinist" who experiences a "flipped world" where women exhibit the same negative behaviors traditionally associated with men, including "mansplaining." The clip shared from the film perfectly encapsulates this reversal, showcasing a scene where a female character patronizes a frustrated male character by telling him to "calm down" and asking if it is his "time of the week," effectively turning the tables on gender-based microaggressions.

🎯Key Sentences

I mean, it's impossible.

Now I get it.

That's how you do it.

This is so embarrassing.

I was... I thought I was in the 20s, but okay, so be it.

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📝Key Phrases

get mistaken for

stuck with it

set up

objectification of

chop out

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📖 Transcript

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