Ever wondered what it would look like if a real-life fighter cosplayed Master Roshi from "Dragon Ball"? Well, wonder no more! A jaw-dropping transformation video has taken Instagram by storm, drawing in countless fans.
The viral clip was posted by renowned makeup artist and cosplayer Jo Steel (@artistjodysteel). She enlisted a fighter as her model, leveraging his bald head and beard to meticulously transform him into the iconic "Turtle Hermit."
The makeup process was incredibly detailed. Jo Steel first used prosthetics to conceal the model's eyebrows, then dyed his beard white to perfectly recreate Master Roshi's signature handlebar mustache and long chin beard. Next, she expertly painted on wrinkles, bringing the character's weathered look to life. Finally, with the addition of his classic red-framed sunglasses, a truly vibrant Master Roshi was born!
Given the fighter's naturally muscular physique, when he donned the vest, he instantly became "Muscle Roshi." Not only did he capture the character's essence, but his build also perfectly matched the anime's powerful form. This "Master Roshi 2.0" left fans absolutely stunned, with netizens flooding the comments: "He's identical!" "This is insane!" "It's so perfect, all that's missing is the nosebleed!"
Jo Steel herself is a master of special effects makeup, having tackled a wide array of characters in the past—from male and female to different ethnicities—always achieving uncanny accuracy. This Master Roshi transformation has once again earned her widespread acclaim from her massive fanbase.