Elon Musk, never one to shy away from online drama, responded with his signature ambiguity. Posting on X, he wrote: “Does he mean metaphorically or should I start training?”

The cryptic reply only fueled speculation, with some fans interpreting Musk’s words as playful banter and others reading them as a subtle warning.

Industry insiders are already whispering that Johnson’s post could be part of a calculated publicity stunt—possibly teasing an upcoming film, charity campaign, or social cause.

Yet neither Johnson nor his representatives have issued any statements, leaving the internet buzzing with theories and spawning a tidal wave of memes, mock fight posters, and viral videos.

The timing couldn’t be more dramatic. Musk is currently embroiled in fierce debates over his involvement in American politics, the future of space exploration, and his controversial stewardship of X. Johnson, meanwhile, has mostly steered clear of political commentary in recent years, making his sudden and bold statement all the more shocking.

As of this morning, both Johnson and Musk have remained silent on whether a real-life meeting—or a physical showdown—is actually in the works. For now, social media continues to dissect every word, meme every moment, and speculate wildly about what could become the strangest celebrity clash of the year.

One thing is certain: whether this was a masterful publicity stunt or a genuine outburst, it has captured the world’s attention. And if it wasn’t planned, we may be on the verge of witnessing one of the most bizarre—and entertaining—showdowns in pop culture history.