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Vivek Oberoi's Slum Stay: The Radical Path to 'Company'
20 Nov
Summary
- Vivek Oberoi lived in a slum for weeks to prepare for his role.
- He experienced rats, manual water fetching, and public restrooms.
- Ram Gopal Varma was initially hesitant about his 'polished' look.
Vivek Oberoi recently shared the intense lengths he went to for his debut in Ram Gopal Varma's 'Company.' Before being cast, Oberoi lived in a Mumbai slum for over six weeks, renting a small room and experiencing firsthand the hardships of its residents. His daily life involved dealing with large rats at night, manually fetching water from a drum, and using public washrooms, all to authentically portray the character of Chandu Nagre.
Initially, director Ram Gopal Varma was hesitant about casting Oberoi, finding him too polished for the film's gritty gangster theme. Determined to secure the role, Oberoi immersed himself in the slum environment. Upon his return to Varma's office, his radical transformation and compelling audition, channeling Chandu Nagre, deeply impressed the director.
Ram Gopal Varma was so moved by Oberoi's dedication that he immediately cast him. The film 'Company,' released in 2002, became a significant hit, marking a memorable and unconventional launch for Vivek Oberoi in mainstream cinema. This experience underscored his commitment to method acting.
