“When You Sit Down With Him…” – “McGregor Forever” Director Reveals What Makes Conor McGregor a “Great Subject”

In the exhilarating world of the UFC, one name resonates with unparalleled energy and magnetism: Conor McGregor. Without a shadow of a doubt, McGregor stands as the epitome of a dynamic personality within the sport. In fact, he transcends boundaries and solidifies his position as one of the most entertaining athletes in the world today. People are curious about McGregor; his rise from a humble plumber to becoming one of the highest-paid athletes on the planet, his life mirrors the elements of a captivating movie storyline.

Now, McGregor’s story has been immortalized in a new documentary called ‘McGregor Forever‘, which specifically highlights the aspect of his comeback after hitting a significant downfall in his career during his prime. Despite the plethora of obvious reasons to explore McGregor’s life through a documentary lens, director Gotham Chopra recently unveiled in an interview what truly makes ‘The Notorious’ a compelling subject.

Gotham Chopra is fascinated by the ‘focused’ Conor McGregor

Gotham Chopra has directed a fair share of documentaries, including the one featuring Kobe Bryant, ‘Kobe Bryant’s Muse’. Now bringing forward the story of the biggest name in the MMA world, the Indian documentarian revealed what drew him to Conor McGregor’s story.

“Here’s this guy who, you know, is arguably the best to do it. Certainly like the most iconic and controversial and he’s just a showman,” said the director during his interview BroBible.

“That’s what happens inside the octagon, but man, this guy is dynamic outside the octagon. And then just as I started to spend time with him, get to know him. Like, [the] thing about Conor is, despite all the chaos and noise and everything, when you’re with him, he’s present.”

The filmmaker continued, “When you sit down with him, he’s talking to you and he’s listening to you. And he’s very honest, and he’s very articulate. And so, you know, he’s a great subject.”

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The documentary’s slogan quotes the Irishman saying, “Reasonable men never achieve anything.” And it certainly captures the story that would leave you inspired.

What does ‘McGregor Forever’ capture?

‘McGregor Forever’ is a quintessential comeback story for any sports fan. Conor McGregor’s journey in the UFC took a sharp downturn following his devastating loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov. The defeat seemed to signal a turning point in McGregor’s career, leaving his legacy hanging in the balance. However, fate dealt him another blow when he suffered a horrific leg injury during his fight against Dustin Poirier, jeopardizing his future in the sport. Despite these setbacks, ‘The Notorious’ proved that he was not one to back down.

The documentary takes viewers on an emotional roller coaster, as it delves deep into McGregor’s journey of recovery, both physically and mentally. It explores the grueling rehabilitation process, the doubts, and the immense pressure to come back stronger than ever. The documentary is out on Netflix. And you wouldn’t want to miss out on this one.

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