‘The action is designed around…’

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Randeep Hooda pointed out the difference between…

Recently, actor Randeep Hooda highlighted the contrast between Indian and international action films. He talked about the larger-than-life image of Indian stars like Salman Khan and Sunny Deol with those of Hollywood action heroes like Chris Hemsworth and John Cena.

Radeep Hooda on Bollywood insights

During an interview with Mid-Day, Randeep talked about his experience of working with Bollywood superstars like Sunny Deol and Salman Khan. He said that their presence alone makes the action feel authentic and believable.

Randeep Hooda has worked with…

Randeep has worked with Salman in the films Kick and Sultan and with Sunny in Jaat and said, ‘The action is designed around them. When you see them, you feel like they can do what they are doing. Both of them were stars before the advent of the Internet. On the other hand, I have worked with Chris Hemsworth or John Cena, they have a different approach.’

What did Randeep point out?

He compared Bollywood and Hollywood, pointing out the key difference. He revealed how actors like Chris Hemsworth and John Cena invest weeks in rehearsals and choreography, making the film more authentic and realistic.

Chris Hemsworth and John Cena’s preparation before…

Randeep pointed out that the rigorous preparation of Western actors like Hemsworth and Cena adds authenticity to their performances, while the cultural idolisation of Indian male stars affects ground performance and authenticity. ‘They are not worshipped as Indian stars are, and that is what keeps it more real,’ the actor added.

What happened while filming Extraction?

During the filming of Extraction in 2019, Randeep Hooda had an eye-opening experience. Despite Randeep playing tough roles, he realised he’d never actually thrown a punch on screen.

Randeep’s new perspective on action work

The film’s intense sequence made him learn and deliver punches, which is comparable to dancing, where choreography and precision are key. This experience gave him a new perspective on his earlier work.

Randeep’s upcoming movie

Randeep Hooda is preparing for his next move, Matchbox, which is directed by Extraction director Sam Hargrave. The film also stars John Cena and is set to release next year.