In an industry where lead actors often rely on stunt doubles or brief rehearsals for high-octane sequences, Ranveer Singh is breaking the mold with a surprisingly academic approach to action.
Oh Sea-young, the renowned South Korean action director behind the stunts in Aditya Dhar’s latest blockbuster Dhurandhar: The Revenge, recently shared insights into Singh’s unique preparation style. According to Oh, Ranveer is the first actor he has ever encountered who treats fight choreography like a script, physically writing down notes to master every move.
An “Academic” Approach to Action
Speaking about his experience on the sets of the spy-thriller, Oh Sea-young expressed his shock at the actor’s level of detail. “Ranveer is a beast—pure energy,” Oh remarked. “But he is also the first actor I know who takes actual notes on fights and choreography. He would write everything down in a notebook.”
The action director noted that Ranveer wasn’t just memorizing steps; he was analyzing the physics and logic of the combat. “He’d ask things like, ‘If I’m throwing a right hook, where exactly is my left hand?’ or ‘What is my body’s balance at this second?’ He wanted to understand the mechanics of the movement so it would look authentic on screen.”
Discipline Behind the “Obsession”
This level of dedication reportedly extended right up until the moment the director called “action.” Even after weeks of training and rehearsals, Ranveer would frequently request live demonstrations from the stunt team seconds before the camera rolled to ensure the movements remained sharp.
Oh Sea-young, who has worked with numerous international stars and Bollywood heavyweights, admitted he was surprised to learn that Ranveer hadn’t done a “pure” action film of this scale before. “I was shocked,” Oh said. “Ranveer can master complex choreography in a very short time through sheer obsession. He treats action with the same emotional depth a director uses for a dramatic scene.”
The Four-Step Process
The action in Dhurandhar: The Revenge—which includes a brutal bathroom brawl and a climactic showdown on a moving train—was the result of a rigorous four-step plan designed by director Aditya Dhar:
Mock Set Creation: Building studio sets to design the initial choreography.
Test Filming: Recording a “stunt-viz” version to refine the angles.
Actor Training: Intensive sessions where Ranveer took his famous notes.
Final Rehearsals: On-set practice on the day of the shoot.
The film, which serves as a sequel to the 2025 hit Dhurandhar, has already made waves at the box office, with critics and fans alike praising Ranveer’s physical transformation and precision. For Oh Sea-young, it was Singh’s discipline that stood out most. “It’s not just about looking tough; it’s about the work you put in when no one is watching. Ranveer puts in more work than anyone.”
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