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Saif Ali Khan’s 4 role transformations, from blind man to bulked-up warrior
Saif Ali Khan’s 4 role transformations, from blind man to bulked-up warrior
Saif Ali Khan has undergone four notable physical transformations for film roles. In his upcoming film Haiwaan, the actor plays a visually impaired character, relying on body language and movement rather than…
The Story in Brief
Saif Ali Khan has undergone four notable physical transformations for film roles. In his upcoming film Haiwaan, the actor plays a visually impaired character, relying on body language and movement rather than dialogue. For Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior, he bulked up to play the antagonist Udaybhan Singh Rathore. In Omkara, he shaved his head to play Langda Tyagi, a scheming character that became a career highlight. For Go Goa Gone, he bleached his hair blonde to portray the eccentric Boris. Each transformation demanded a different approach to performance, from physical training to altering appearance.
The Indian Opinion
Fans love to call Saif Ali Khan a 'risk-taker' every time he changes his hairstyle, but the real story is quieter. He shaved his head for Omkara nearly two decades ago and bulked up for Tanhaji. Today's chatter about his 'brave' choices often ignores that many actors, from Aamir Khan to Vijay Deverakonda, do the same prep. The test for Haiwaan will not be the physical transformation but whether the performance holds attention beyond the teaser. Can the mannerisms outlast the novelty?
Source: english.mathrubhumi.com
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