- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 25 Jun 2024 02:43 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Jaideep Ahlawat earned praise for his role in the recently released Netflix movie Maharaj, co-starring Aamir Khan’s son and debutant Junaid Khan. Ahlawat played Maharaj in the movie, shed 26 kgs in five months for the role, a glimpse of which he shared on his social media space. He wrote on his Instagram handle, “From 109.7 Kg. to 83 Kg. in 5 months. That's the Physical Transformation for the Role of Maharaj. Thank you Prajwal Sir for believing in me @prajwal7542.”
Director Siddharth Malhotra, impressed by Jaideep Ahlawat's physical transformation, commented on the post, expressing his admiration. He wrote, "Brother, the dedication and devotion you have put into this role and character cannot be expressed in words! I am always indebted to you for your incredible effort." A fan commented, “What a performance in Maharaj,” another fan wrote, “you are an inspiration,” others also dropped similar comments.
About Maharaj
Maharaj, directed by Siddharth Malhotra, narrates the compelling story of renowned journalist and social worker Karsandas Mulji, who courageously spoke out against the societal malpractices of his time. The film delves into Mulji's journey as he discovers that Jadunath Maharaj, a prominent religious leader, was exploiting women under the guise of providing spiritual service.
Determined to bring justice and expose these wrongdoings, Mulji took a bold stand against Maharaj, highlighting his unwavering commitment to fighting for women's rights and social reform. The story showcases Mulji's dedication to challenging corrupt practices and advocating for a more just and equitable society.
In the movie, Aamir Khan's son Junaid Khan plays the role of Karsandas Mulji. In a conversation with news agency ANI, Junaid reacted to positive reviews for Maharaj. He said, "I'm very grateful for the by and large positive response that Maharaj has received. So yeah, it's quite satisfying; I guess all's well that ends well. When Sid and Adi Sir called me for this story, I found it very appealing. I really liked Sid sir's part. The Yash Raj banner is significant, so taking on this project was an obvious choice."
