Cardi B opens up on her role in 'Fast & Furious 9'

American rapper Cardi B is officially joining the "Fast & Furious" franchise in the upcoming ninth film of the series. The rapper opened up about her character Leysa and how she came to be involved with "Fast & Furious 9".

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She said the franchise hero Vin Diesel was instrumental in roping her in.

"Vin Diesel reached out, and he was talking about a role. I'm like, 'It's freakin' 'Fast & Furious'. Get me there, put me on a plane!' I like the fact that I'm representing such a powerful, strong woman," Cardi B said, opening up on her role in a behind-the-scene video of the film.

She spoke about working with Vin Diesel in the franchise, too.

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"Being around Vin, he's just so nice, so dope. He makes you feel so comfortable. I'm just so excited," she said.