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News18
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Maalik: Anshumaan Pushkar Reveals Intense Fight Scenes With Rajkummar Rao, Says 'Got Bruised...'
Anshumaan Pushkar reveals his action-packed experience in Maalik with Rajkummar Rao. From childhood dreams to stunt injuries, here's how he embraced the genre. Actor Anshumaan Pushkar, best known for his gripping performances in crime and drama genres, is stepping into an adrenaline-fueled new avatar in the upcoming gangster film Maalik. Sharing the screen with Rajkummar Rao, Anshumaan takes on high-octane action sequences that promise to bring raw power, grit, and intensity to the big screen. In Maalik, which is set against a backdrop of crime, betrayal, and the hunger for power, Anshumaan plays a pivotal role—one that required him to push himself physically and mentally. Speaking about his experience, the actor shared, 'This was the first time I did such intense action, and let me tell you, apart from a few small injuries here and there, I had a blast! Whether it was close fistfights, jumping off rooftops, escaping blasts, or high-speed car chases, I lived every moment of it." For Anshumaan, diving headfirst into action was a dream he'd harbored since childhood. He continued, 'I've grown up watching and being a huge fan of this kind of cinema, where every action sequence gives you an adrenaline rush and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Of course, all proper precautions and safety measures were in place, but doing action is always tricky — one small mistake can lead to disaster. Still, you can't let go of the excitement it brings." One of the most memorable moments for Anshumaan came from his co-star, Rajkummar Rao. 'I remember one particularly intense action shoot day when Raj bhai came to me smiling and said, 'Bachpan wali dhishoom-dhishoom fights ka aaj faayda mila hai.' And one more thing, my knowledge of handling guns has definitely improved," he added with a laugh. Maalik is shaping up to be a career-defining film for Anshumaan Pushkar, who is eager to showcase a different side of himself as an actor. With stylised action sequences and emotionally grounded performances, the film aims to offer audiences an edge-of-the-seat experience. As anticipation builds, fans can look forward to seeing Anshumaan unleash his inner action hero — with bruises, bullets, and bravado all intact. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anshumaan Pushkar calls Rajkummar Rao a mentor-like friend
Actor Anshumaan Pushkar , has opened up about the deep professional bond that he shares with actor Rajkummar Rao . Calling the experience both "enriching and transformative," Anshumaan revealed that working with Rajkummar in Maalik was nothing short of inspiring. "Raj is one of my favourite actors. I've followed his work closely for years, so to finally collaborate with him was a great learning experience,' Anshumaan shared. He added, 'On set, he's like a mentor and a good friend—always making things easier for his co-actors.' In Maalik , both actors take on pivotal roles, and Anshumaan believes their strong off-screen chemistry translated effortlessly on screen. He recalled a memorable moment from the shoot: 'There was a tricky scene where I felt completely confused. Raj stood by me, gave his cues with full intensity, and later reassured me by saying I delivered exactly what the scene needed.' The young actor also spoke about how regular discussions with Rajkummar on the nuances of acting helped him grow as a performer. 'We constantly exchanged thoughts on craft and character. Raj bhai's command over acting pushed me to dig deeper and evolve. I'll always be thankful to him for that,' he added.
