Ed Sheeran Challenges Chris Hemsworth to Drum at Concert for 'Limitless' Documentary

Ed Sheeran is challenging Chris Hemsworth to step out of his comfort zone by inviting him to perform in front of a massive audience of 70,000 people. In a video shared on Instagram on Aug. 24, the "Beautiful People" singer announced that Hemsworth had been learning how to play the drums, and would be joining him on stage at his concert in Bucharest, Romania. This surprising collaboration is a part of Hemsworth's documentary series, "Limitless with Chris Hemsworth," which will explore cognitive health and the benefits of learning to play an instrument.

Taking on a New Challenge

In the video, Sheeran revealed that Hemsworth's drum playing is a central aspect of the upcoming documentary. "Yeah, I've been thinking about it a lot," Hemsworth admitted, mimicking playing drums in the air. "It would be nice to put this one to bed."

After their conversation, the footage cut to Sheeran performing on stage and introducing Hemsworth to the audience. "He's been playing with us the whole time, will you make some noise for Chris Hemsworth!" Sheeran exclaimed, before the unexpected duo played along to Sheeran's 2014 hit, "Thinking Out Loud." The crowd erupted into a loud round of applause for the two performers.

A Supportive and Fun Collaboration

Following the show, Sheeran complimented Hemsworth on his drumming skills, praising him for doing "really well." To add a touch of humor to the moment, Sheeran presented Hemsworth with a participation trophy, eliciting laughter from the actor. "That's awesome," Hemsworth responded, clearly amused by the gesture.

Fans React to the Unlikely Pairing

The unexpected collaboration between Sheeran and Hemsworth captivated viewers, leading to a flurry of comments on social media. Fans expressed their disbelief at witnessing Hemsworth's drumming skills at a Sheeran concert, with one person writing, "imagine you're at an Ed Sheeran concert having the time of your life and then you find out Thor has been playing the drums the whole time ???" The humorous nature of the collaboration and the astonishment at Hemsworth's musical talent joyfully resonated with fans.

What's Next for Chris Hemsworth?

As for what lies ahead for Hemsworth, he has multiple projects in the pipeline. Additionally, his documentary series, "Limitless with Chris Hemsworth," is set to release its second season in 2025 on Disney+, promising to offer further insights into the pursuit of cognitive health and personal growth.