However, she was thrilled to land the role of Hercules' love interest Megara in the new movie Hercules which sees The Rock play the legendary son of Greek god Zeus.
She said: 'But Greek mythology! Irina is a Greek name, so I think: Maybe it's destiny?'
While she may moving into movies, the beautiful Russian model insisted she is grateful for the financial security modelling has brought her.
She said: 'For me, it's business, not a hobby, like, "Oh, I got $20,000 and I'm going to spend it on shoes!" What's the part I enjoy the most? The financial part. The independence.'
Along with appearing topless on Maxim's cover, the sultry brunette also posed in just a pair of white bikini bottoms inside the magazine.
