How Vijay Deverakonda turned into Arjun Reddy and gave India the modern alpha male

On Vijay Deverakonda's 34th birthday today (May 9, 1989), we look back at how the actor prepared for his role of Arjun Reddy. The Telugu film became a blockbuster hit with a Pan India appeal and opened possibilities of a Kabir Singh (Shahid Kapoor) in Hindi film industry, followed by a Ranvijay (Ranbir Kapoor) in Animal. He gave us the modern alpha male but the preparation wasn't easy. Vijay Deverakonda's preparation for his role in Arjun Reddy' was quite intense and immersive. To truly embody the character of Arjun Reddy, a brilliant but self-destructive medical student, Vijay had to delve deep into the psyche of the character. He spent time understanding the emotional depth and complexities of Arjun, which included exploring themes of love, loss, anger, and redemption.

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Here are ways applying which Vijay Deverakonda transformed into Arjun Reddy.

Physical Transformation

Vijay underwent training to match the physicality of the character. He also grew is hair and beard for an unkempt, rowdy look.

Character Study

He spent a lot of time analyzing the script and character's backstory to understand his motivation and behaviour. He also attended workshops to get into the skin of the character.

Method Acting

He chose to stay in character off-camera, not using prosthetics or wigs for his look to maintain the authenticity of his performance.

Vijay's portrayal of Arjun Reddy was widely acclaimed for its rawness and authenticity, suggesting a dedicated and thorough preparation for the role. His performance contributed significantly to the film's success and his rise as a prominent actor in the Indian film industry.

And the actor has a power packed next couple of years at the movies. Vijay will be seen in Rahul Sankrityan and Mythri Movie Makers Film. It is said that the film will be a period action drama set in the Rayalaseema region. Vijay is set to collaborate with ace producer Dil Raju for his next film which is to be directed by Ravi Kiran Kola. This happens to be the first time Vijay is playing a full blown rural character on such a vast scale.

Epics are not written, they are etched in the blood of heroes

Presenting #VD14 - THE LEGEND OF THE CURSED LAND ?

Happy Birthday, @TheDeverakonda ?

Directed by @Rahul_Sankrityn

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Watch a video of Vijay and Samantha Ruth Prabhu here:

Vijay is likely to undergo a minor makeover for the film and he's confident that it would be one of the hallmark films of his career. Not just these, Vijay will be seen in Gowtam Tinnanuri's Film #VD12. He is already shooting for the action thriller. Some exciting updates about these and more surprises may come our way today on the occasion of his birthday.