Horse riding, knives, guns: Inside Vijay Deverakonda’s brutal training for Ranbali
Vijay Deverakonda underwent months of horse riding, weapons and combat training for his next period drama, Raanbaali. Preparations were made to make his action scenes look authentic on screen. India Today Digital has exclusive information.

Actor Vijay Deverakonda has gone through one of the toughest preparation processes of his career Upcoming role in battlefield. Dedicating several months to mastering a wide range of physical and combat skills, the actor trained extensively to ensure that every action sequence looked authentic. Her transformation went far beyond a traditional fitness routine, with every aspect of her preparation designed to bring realism, intensity and conviction to the screen.
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Talking about the extensive preparations, a source close to the film said: India Today Digital“For this role, Vijay immersed himself in an extensive preparation process. He underwent rigorous horse riding sessions, mastering control and agility as well as learning weapon handling, firearms handling and performing under simulated fire effects while on horseback.”
The source added, “In addition, he committed to an intense physical transformation that included heavy bodybuilding, knife combat training, firearm practice, and special action choreography. Every aspect of preparation was designed not only to teach individual skills, but also to help Vijay fully embody the character, ensuring that every movement on screen felt authentic, believable, and true to the world of the film.”
The actor’s training was carefully structured to reflect the physical emotional demands of battlefieldEnabling him to perform with accuracy and authenticity.
Combining horse riding, advanced combat techniques, weapon handling and an intense fitness regimen, Vijay has pushed himself to new limits, ensuring that every frame reflects the scale and vision of the film.
Vijay Deverakonda’s line-up continues to excite fans. Actor will be seen next unruly public And VDXShoryuv. battlefieldMeanwhile, it is expected to release on screens on September 11 this year. Directed by Rahul Sankrityayan, the film also stars Vijay’s wife and actress Rashmika Mandanna in the lead role.


