Superstar Ajay Devgn has a number of big projects in his hand right now. In one of his next films, titled Raid, the National Award winning actor will play a no-nonsense Income Tax officer. The film is set against the backdrop of 1980s UP and is inspired by real life events. Rajkumar Gupta will helm the movie.
When we recently asked Ajay when he is planning to start the shoot, he told Eastern Eye, "We will start shooting for Raid from September. The story of the film is incredible and I am eager to start shooting for it soon."
Ajay said that all of his upcoming films have very strong subjects and he is quite happy about the same. "Luckily, the next two-three films that I am doing are all excellent subjects."
Talking about his biopic based on the life of Raniganj mine hero Jaswant Singh Gill, the braveheart who saved the lives of almost 64 people stuck inside a coal mine, Ajay said, "JS Gill was somebody who got the President’s award but wasn’t given the due recognition due to the politics. One man, who in the 90’s saved around 64 people who were 150 meters below the ground, It is a very thrilling film. It is in the mines. It is going to be tough. We are shooting in real mines as well as on the sets.”
Ajay Devgn is currently busy promoting his upcoming film Baadshaho. Also starring Emraan Hashmi, Vidyut Jammwal, Sanjay Mishra, Ileana D’Cruz and Esha Gupta, the film is slated to release on 1st September 2017.
R Madhavan shares his experience portraying a father’s role for the first time alongside Ajay Devgn.
Actor addresses rumours about de-ageing technology, confirming he relied on diet and fitness instead.
Madhavan reflects on sequels and preparation for previous physically demanding roles like Saala Khadoos.
Nervous about a father’s role
At the trailer launch of De De Pyaar De 2, R Madhavan admitted he was initially nervous about playing Ajay Devgn’s on-screen father-in-law.
“I have never done a father’s role before, and competing with Ajay, I was very nervous,” Madhavan said. “I have seen other actors who are so busy when they come to the set, but Ajay sir is always present and dedicated. We have always felt connected.”
The actor also commented on the appeal of sequels. Devgn, who stars alongside Madhavan, stated, “I don’t mind sequels as long as there is a good script. I hope the film is liked by audiences. We all believe we have made a good film.”
Madhavan addressed recent rumours about de-ageing technology in his films, stating, “They’ve all been accusing me of de-ageing, but I don’t think I have the budget for that. It hasn’t happened.”
Instead, the actor relies on traditional methods of preparation, including fitness and diet adjustments, to meet the physical demands of roles.
Reflections on past roles
Madhavan reflected on the preparation for his earlier role in Saala Khadoos, a physically demanding sports drama. “When I went to train for Saala Khadoos, I consulted numerous dieticians and several people who advised me on how to lose weight and get fit, what diet to follow, what time to eat, and so on, but I couldn’t find anyone I truly resonated with,” he said.
The actor’s candid reflections reveal a focus on dedication and personal preparation rather than technological shortcuts, highlighting his commitment to authentic performances.
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