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- By Ridhi Suri
- Wed, 29 Nov 2023 02:22 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ranbir Kapoor's commitment to his roles is unquestionable, often pushing himself to undergo significant physical transformations to authentically portray characters on screen. The actor, has undergone massive transformation for his fierce role in 'Animal.' Helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film, also starring Rashmika Mandanna, Bobby Deol, and Anil Kapoor has received an 'A' rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). It is set to hit theaters on December 1 alongside Vicky Kaushal's Sam Bahadur.
Ranbir Kapoor's Massive Transformation
Ranbir Kapoor's remarkable physical transformation for 'Animal' has been a result of dedicated efforts guided by celebrity fitness trainer Shivohaam. His commitment and guidance played a crucial role in achieving the actor's powerful and bulked-up appearance. Dropping Sanju actor's toned physique and six-pack abs achieved through intense training sessions, Ranbir's trainer wrote, "Another mission accomplished, another milestone achieved. Your hard work and dedication towards your work, your profession never ceases to amaze. Like always, it's an absolute pleasure being your fitness coach brother. All the best and looking forward to the next milestone."
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Ranbir Kapoor on film's Runtime
In a recent press conference held in Bengaluru, the lead actor was queried about Animal's runtime. To which he emphasised that the film's extended duration wasn't a result of arrogance but a deliberate choice driven by the story's demands. "We are not releasing a film this long because we are arrogant about it. We felt that the story required this amount of time to reach the audience in the best way possible," the actor said.
"And actually, all of us have seen the cut of this film which was 3 hours, 49 minutes, and that also held. Wo bhi entertaining tha. But Sandeep has worked very hard to bring the length down. Because you cannot stretch it that much also. But hope that the audience doesn't get panicked by the length. Just come and experience cinema at its best," he added.
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About Animal
'Animal' promises to be a multilingual action thriller produced by T-Series, Cine1 Studios, and Bhadrakali Pictures. Ranbir Kapoor's character portrayal involves intense sequences where he's seen wielding various weapons, hinting at the film's high-stakes and intense narrative.
The film explores a turbulent father-son relationship, showcasing Ranbir's character navigating a path of revenge. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, 'Animal' marks his second directorial venture in Bollywood and debut collaboration with Ranbir Kapoor.