Randy Orton spotted breaking character in hidden fan video ahead of WWE SmackDown

WWE SmackDown is set to hit the air in less than an hour, and fans are buzzing after a hidden video was leaked from New York City. Randy Orton and other top superstars are seen out of character, but The Viper's actions seem to be the big take-away from the clip on social media tonight.

The Apex Predator has his sights set on Kevin Owens after the latter's recent savage turns on Cody Rhodes and Orton himself. Last week's SmackDown saw KO play the victim, and tease that he might not come back. While Orton demanded a match with the PrizeFighter, Nick Aldis denied the request, noting that the refusal came from the top. The 44-year-old then said he knew who he needed to talk to, teasing a segment with Triple H.

The Prizefighter and The Apex Predator were spotted rehearsing before tonight's SmackDown. A fan at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NYC filmed Orton, Owens, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and numerous others this afternoon while they were participating in pre-show rehearsals.

As seen in the video below, Orton and Owens can be seen having a conversation by themselves.

WWE has not announced Orton or Owens for tonight's SmackDown, but that does not necessarily mean an appearance isn't booked.

The following has been announced for tonight's loaded live episode: Cody Rhodes and Gunther meet face-to-face; DIY vs. The Motor City Machine Guns to determine new number one contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championship; Andrade vs. Carmelo Hayes VII in a rubber match with the series tied at 3-3 and LA Knight will be the special guest referee.