Randeep Hooda's half-bald look sparks speculation: ‘Bhimrao Ambedkar biopic loading?'
Randeep Hooda
, celebrated for his remarkable physical transformations in movies like 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar' and 'Sarbjit', has sparked curiosity once again. After posting a striking and unusual photo on Instagram, fans are eagerly anticipating another significant change in his appearance.
A Bold New Look Teases Fans
In a recent close-up, Hooda sports a half-bald look, complete with spectacles and a clean-shaven face, dressed simply in a T-shirt. Teasing his followers, he asked, 'What's the tea for this Tuesday? Coffee isn't the only thing that's brewing!' Though he hasn't confirmed if this new appearance is for a film, fans are already buzzing with guesses—some hinting at a Bhimrao Ambedkar biopic, others wondering if a Gandhi ji portrayal is on the horizon.
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Intense Physical Transformations for Roles
Earlier, Randeep made headlines for losing 18 kilograms in just 28 days for his role in 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar'. As reported in Indian Express, he recalled that initially, the plan was to shoot the Punjab portion involving wrestling scenes, but it was suddenly changed. He pointed out that it wouldn't be believable for a man in jail to be in such good health, so he drastically cut down on food and water, which had a significant impact on his body.
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During the filming, he remained underweight for nearly one and a half years. To accelerate his weight loss, he practiced fasting, noting that both Hinduism and Islam incorporate fasting, and he recommended it as well.
Continued Commitment to Physical Adaptation
In addition to his transformation for 'Swatantrya Veer Savarkar', Hooda stunned audiences in 2016 by dropping 20 kilograms for 'Sarbjit'. He has also bulked up significantly, increasing his weight from 77 to 94 kilograms for the movie 'Do Lafzon Ki Kahani', demonstrating his dedication to physically adapting for his roles12.
Recent Work and What's Next?
On the professional front, Randeep Hooda was most recently seen starring alongside
Sunny Deol
in the film 'Jaat'.
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