Interview: 30 party questions with Crossbreed star Mu-Shaka Benson

Mu-Shaka Benson, who stars in the upcoming movie Crossbreed, recently participated in a Party Q interview with us.

Crossbreed star Mu-Shaka Benson recently took the time do a “Party Question” interview with us here at Hidden Remote. A little background on Benson, he is as real as it gets. He’s a total badas* who has served in the U.S. Army as a team leader.

He is a combat veteran. And now that his time in the armed forces is finished, he has turned to a long-held passion of his: Acting. Benson had always wanted to act, but it wasn’t until after he returned from war zones that he got around to pursuing it.

Now, the actor is racking up the credits and can be seen in movies such as Dwelling, The Price for Silence, and the soon-to-be-released Crossbreed, in which he stars alongside Vivica Fox, Daniel Baldwin, and Devanny Pinn.

Oh, and he also has a sense of humor. You’ve been warned.

Crossbreed is set for VOD release on February 5. Here are 30 things you (probably) didn’t know about Mu-Shaka Benson. 

Hidden Remote: If you had to fight a lion or a bear, which would you choose and why?

Mu-Shaka Benson: Definitely a bear! Winnie The Pooh is a bear and I have yet to meet a stuffed animal who could beat my ass. So bring it Pooh!

HR: Who’s your favorite Avenger?  

Benson: Thor.

HR: What’s your favorite food?

Benson: Tacos.

HR: Fake Christmas tree or real?

Benson: Fake. Real trees smell funny when they turn.

HR: If you could have one superpower, what would it be?

Benson: Teleportation. Not just to different locations, though. To different time zones too. Well, that’s called time travel. But still.

HR: What’s your favorite sport?

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Benson: Basketball.

HR: Favorite team?

Benson: Knicks. Ewing era to be specific.

HR: If you could only eat one type of candy for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Benson: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.

HR: Are you regretting saying yes to this interview right now?

Benson: Not at the moment. I’ll let you know afterwards. 

HR: What are your thoughts on penguins, in general?

Benson: They’re cool as hell! They invented the street walk! I think everyone should aspire to be as cool as penguins.

HR: You’re an animal for the day — what animal are you?

Benson: Definitely a penguin. 

HR: Favorite car?

Benson: KITT! All day!

HR: If you had three wishes, what would they be? Remember the rules from Aladdin.

Benson: Immortality, enhanced strength, and foresight. Basically, I’d wish to be a superhero.

HR: Do you know any sweet card tricks?

Benson: I wish.

HR: Who wins in a fight, Chuck Norris or Batman?

Benson: Some people will be pissed, but Batman for sure.

HR: Pet hampster or pet tiger?

Benson: Well since a hamster can’t bite my face off if it has a bad day, I’ll go with the rodent.

HR: Pet dog or pet hawk that does your bidding?

Benson: Dog.

HR: Team Edward or Team Jacob?

Benson: David Powers.

HR: Team Decepticon or Team Autobot?

Benson: Autobots.

HR: As an actor, do you prefer to be the protagonist or the antagonist?

Benson: Antagonist. I love the freedom of playing the bad guy.

HR: Are the rumors true that you can bench press 700 pounds with only one hand?

Benson: 750 not 700. Someone’s not doing their homework.

HR: (Dangit.) Have you ever had a voice crack when you were about to deliver your big line?

Benson: No, but I’ve broken wind. That needs to count. 

HR: Funniest thing that’s ever happened on set?

Benson: Jason McNeil smashing his head on low hanging ceilings. Repeatedly.

HR: Taco Bell or Wendy’s?

Benson: Wendy’s.

HR: Favorite actor when you were growing up?

Benson: Jean Claude Van Damme.

HR: Celebrity crush growing up?

Benson: Jennifer Lopez.

HR: Who’s a co-star of yours, from any movie, that you would nominate as best dressed?

Benson: Vivica A. Fox.

HR: Best devilish smile? 

Benson: Ryan Kiser.

HR: Most corny? 

Benson: Stink Fisher.

HR: What movie are you looking most forward to coming out?

Benson: Bad Boys for Life.

Additional note: I recently spoke with Mu-Shaka Benson at length in an exclusive interview for Commyounicate Magazine. If you would like to learn more about him, his journey to acting, and his experience with Crossbreed, feel free to read the Commyounicate article at this link.

Crossbreed is set for release on VOD on February 5.