Rajkummar Rao is leaning into method style preparation once again, and this time it is for one of India’s most anticipated sports dramas. The actor, who has been confirmed to play former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly in the Sourav Ganguly biopic, has now addressed his recent physical change and made it clear he is not relying on prosthetics to get the look right.
In a detailed social media note shared on February 16, Rajkummar explained that his fuller appearance is tied to his just completed shoot for his next biopic Nikam, where he intentionally altered his body. He also confirmed that his next step is to transition out of that physique and begin preparing to portray Ganguly.
Rajkummar Rao On Why He Is Avoiding Prosthetics
In his post, Rajkummar wrote, “My being is through my Art. Just finished shooting for my next Biopic #NIKAM and yes, it has demanded me to change physically which I love doing. I’m not a believer in prosthetic as long as I can achieve the look through my hardwork which I’ve achieved in Nikam be it gaining weight or looking old.”
He added details about the weight gain process, writing, “For Nikam I had to gain around 9-10 kgs and I was eating 2 pizzas and lot of sweets and my fav Aloo Parathas, Biryani and to not use anything glam to look like the part.”
From Nikam To “Dada” Mode
After finishing Nikam, Rajkummar says he is now entering a transition phase before stepping into the cricketer’s shoes. “And now it’s the transition phase and time to lose these extra kgs and get ready to slip into Ganguly mode. Our very own Dada,” he wrote, signalling that physical prep for the Sourav Ganguly biopic is about to begin in earnest.
The actor also reiterated his commitment to the craft, ending the note with, “Will always work the hardest to engage you, entertain you through my work. Much Love.”
Sourav Ganguly Biopic: What Rajkummar Rao Has Officially Confirmed
Rajkummar had earlier confirmed his casting with a direct statement, saying, “Now that Dada (Sourav Ganguly) has already said it, let me also make it official – yes, I am playing him in his biopic.”
With the actor now publicly outlining his approach, audiences can expect a performance shaped by real time physical transformation rather than external enhancements. As anticipation builds around the Sourav Ganguly biopic, Rajkummar’s update offers a rare window into the intensity of preparation behind two demanding biographical roles.
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