The Bolti Khidkiyaan Short Film Festival in Mumbai attracted extensive public interest when actor Rajkummar Rao showed up at the event because his modified body appearance became widely shared through online photos. Fans voiced concern on social media regarding Rao’s noticeable weight gain, patchy beard, and receding hairline.
The actor’s team explained that the actor has made these changes because he needs them to fulfill his current film projects. Rao gained approximately 9 to 10 kilograms to accurately portray an older character in the biopic “Nikam,” a role for which he recently completed filming. After completing his work on “Nikam,” Rao began a weight loss journey which will lead him to his next major role in the biopic about Indian cricket legend Sourav Ganguly.
Rao demonstrates his commitment to realistic performances by choosing physical changes which help him achieve better character representation than using prosthetic devices or makeup. The approach which he uses serves as his method for achieving authentic and powerful screen performances.
Sources close to the actor have confirmed that Rao remains in good health and that all visible changes are the result of carefully planned preparations for his roles. The upcoming two challenging biopics will showcase how Rao approaches his craft according to what industry experts and fans predict about his future performances.
