Washington let himself go for Inside Man

Denzel Washington had to play down his good looks for his latest part in the movie Inside Man, because he had to be a convincing "regular guy".

The Oscar-winner had to shave his head and pack on some extra weight to play a cop who negotiates with a master criminal played by Clive Owen.

He explains: "He's a regular guy. He's in over his head. He's been accused of stealing $140,000, his girlfriend wants to get married yesterday...

"This is the biggest case he's ever had, so he's got a few issues."

The 'Training day' star insists his wife of 22-years, Pauletta, had no problems with her husband letting himself go for the role.

He adds: "(She's fine) as long as I buy her something."