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The Netflix documentary on Arnold Schwarzenegger has been making headlines across various social media platforms. The 3-part documentary, Arnold, offers a glimpse into his extraordinary life and influential career. But while the series has been captivating the audience from across the globe, one particular aspect of the documentary has left the bodybuilding community puzzled. And confusion has risen from the latest video post of ‘Terminator’ featuring a small segment from his documentary. 

In the Instagram post, Schwarzenegger can be seen discussing his unique workout methods, passionately. However, it is the individual playing the young Arnold that has drawn the attention of fans. Although his face wasn’t visible, his uncanny resemblance to Schwarzenegger has sparked a discussion on the social media platform. 

Confused fans flooded the comments section with their guesses

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The unknown man in the video has a similar body type to that of the bodybuilding icon in his heydays. The muscular frame and excellent conditioning reminded fans of the golden days of the legendary bodybuilder. Schwarzenegger’s post has made fans intrigued that who is actually the person playing the young Arnold.

As the comments flooded Schwarzenegger’s Instagram post, fans expressed their confusion and curiosity regarding the identity of the young Arnold look-alike. “Btw who is the guy that is training,” a fan asked. Soon the series of speculation began to circulate in the comments section. Fans suggested many possibilities that the mystery man could be a relative or another professional bodybuilder. 

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Some proposed that the young Arnold might be a carefully selected body double or a talented actor hired to portray the iconic figure during his early years. A fan also took the name of the Australian-born actor who previously played the legendary bodybuilder. He wrote, “Callum von Moger mb?.. or not”. ”I was thinking the same thing, but idk. From the side he looks like him”, another fan added.

Another fan suggested that the individual could be an aspiring bodybuilder from his family who idolizes Schwarzenegger. The first name that appeared in their mind was Arnold’s son, Joseph Baena. Baena often makes headlines with his exceptional resemblance to his father. “I was thinking of Arnold’s son, he’s so similar”, a fan commented. 

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However, there was a solid conclusion to solve the mystery. The name has not been revealed by the makers yet. Ever since the legendary bodybuilder dropped curtains on the documentary, some speculations are going around it. However, as the buzz surrounding the documentary continues to grow, fans would love to get clarification from Arnold Schwarzenegger himself. Until then, the anticipation might keep increasing. 

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