Arjun Rampal on Becoming the Bad Guy in Rana Naidu 2 and Preparing to Stand Tall Next to Rana Daggubati
Arjun Rampal is no stranger to playing powerful villains, after all, fans often joke it takes two Shah Rukh Khans to stop him, referencing his iconic roles in Om Shanti Om and Ra.One.
As he steps into a negative role for Netflix’s Rana Naidu, one might assume the protagonist should be concerned. However, in an exclusive chat with HT, Arjun confesses that he felt the pressure, especially about looking the part.
He dives into his transformation, preparation, and experience of taking on the dark side once again.
Arjun Rampal Talks About His Dark Role as Rauf in Rana Naidu Season 2
In Rana Naidu Season 2, Arjun Rampal portrays Rauf, a character marked by both charm and unpredictability. Discussing his approach, Rampal emphasizes the value of collaborative preparation.
“When you’ve worked closely with the director, writers, and have internalized the role, you’re free to enjoy the performance,” he explains. For Rampal, it was crucial that Rauf came across as not only funny and spontaneous but also grounded in his own principles.
Arjun Rampal on Gaining Muscle to Match Rana Daggubati’s Physique
In Netflix’s Rana Naidu, Arjun Rampal goes head-to-head with Rana Daggubati in powerful fight sequences. Despite his own fitness, Arjun felt the need to enhance his physique.
“Rana is a massive guy tall, broad, and dominating on screen,” Arjun explains. “To stand my ground as Rauf, I had to gain weight and match that kind of presence.”
Arjun Rampal Reveals the Secret Behind His Smooth Villainous Performances
Despite his ease in portraying dark roles, Arjun Rampal confesses that playing villains can be mentally exhausting. “Nobody likes being that guy. It takes a toll, it’s not easy.
But while you’re at it, it’s also fun,” he says. Rana Naidu, featuring a strong ensemble cast including Venkatesh, Surveen Chawla, and Rajat Kapoor, is currently streaming on Netflix.
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