As Muhammad Hassan’s notoriety grew, Marc Copani landed his biggest opportunity to date—sharing the ring with Hulk Hogan. The moment cemented Hassan’s status as one of WWE’s top villains but also marked the beginning of a controversial shift in the tone of his character. Becoming Muhammad Hassan premieres Tuesday at 10pm ET on @vicetv | Dark Side of the Ring

Determined to make Muhammad Hassan a success, WWE required both Marc Copani and Shawn Daivari to stay in character at all times—whether they were at airports, hotels, or simply going about their daily routines in public. This level of commitment added intense pressure and, at times, real-world consequences to their roles. Becoming Muhammad Hassan premieres Tuesday at 10pm ET on @vicetv | Dark Side of the Ring