Vijay Deverakonda's Grueling 'Liger' Water Cut Revealed

Vijay Deverakonda has opened up about the extreme and unhealthy physical preparations he undertook for his 2022 film, 'Liger.' During the shooting of 'Liger,' in which he portrayed an underdog mixed martial arts fighter, Deverakonda endured severe water deprivation, including going without water for the final 10 hours before scenes. He described sleeping and dreaming of water, highlighting the intense discomfort and difficulty in functioning. The actor mentioned that while he has undergone physical transformations before, the process for 'Liger' was particularly detrimental to his health, leading to significant personal sacrifice.

Despite giving a lot of himself to 'Liger,' the film, which also featured Ananya Panday, Ramya Krishnan, Ronit Roy, and a cameo by Mike Tyson, failed to resonate with audiences and incurred substantial financial losses. Deverakonda's upcoming film, 'Ranabaali,' is set in 19th century South India. He transforms into a fierce warrior and freedom fighter, driven by regional anger to protect his people from a British-made famine and a cruel commissioner. This transformation for 'Ranabaali' is noted to be healthier than his previous role. The film, directed by Rahul Sankrityan and also starring Rashmika Mandanna, is scheduled for release on October 16.