Randeep Hooda shares behind-the-scenes picture of intense physical transformation for ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’

Mumbai, March 18 (IANS) Actor Randeep Hooda unveiled his physical transformation for his upcoming directorial debut ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ in a monochromatic mirror selfie on Monday. The picture shows Randeep shedding weight for his character in the film, set in the infamous cellular jail in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Randeep Hooda essays the titular role in ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, depicting the struggle of the freedom fighter. The actor took to social media to share the behind-the-scenes glimpse, captioning it, “KAALA PAANI #SwatantryaVeerSavarkar #WhoKilledHisStory #VeerSavarkarOn22March #BTS #behindthescenes #VeerSavarkar #Savarkar (sic)”. He appears lean with a receding hairline in the image, embodying the physical challenges faced by his character.

Acknowledging the challenging journey of directing his first film, Randeep reflected on the experience in an interview with IANS. He highlighted the unexpected turn of events that led to him helming the project, noting, “The journey was honestly quite testing given that it’s my first film as a director. However, I invested my energy in making the story more detailed.” Despite initial hesitations, Randeep embraced the opportunity and devoted himself to learning the intricacies of filmmaking, drawing parallels with his commitment to acting.

As Randeep Hooda gears up for the release of ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, his dedication to the project shines through his physical transformation and directorial efforts. The film promises a compelling portrayal of the historic figure’s struggles, showcasing Randeep’s multifaceted talents on and behind the screen.