Sunny Deol's Hectic Schedule: Action Thriller Wraps Before Epic Ramayana Role
As excitement builds around the first look of Ranbir Kapoor's 'Ramayana', attention also focuses on Sunny Deol, who is set to portray Hanuman in the mythological epic. The actor, riding high on the success of 'Border 2', is currently managing a demanding lineup of diverse projects that showcase his versatility across genres.
Intensive Mumbai Shoot for Untitled Action Thriller
In early March, Sunny Deol began filming an untitled action thriller in Mumbai, produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. The project is already nearing completion of its first schedule, demonstrating a swift and efficient production pace. Deol transforms into a rugged cop for this role, sporting a distinctive moustache and beard that mark a fresh avatar for the veteran actor.
Vijay Varma takes on the antagonist's role in this full-fledged action entertainer, creating an intriguing dynamic between the two performers. According to industry reports, the filming has been intensive and geographically diverse within Mumbai.
Multiple Locations Across the City
The production team has utilized various iconic Mumbai locations over the past three weeks. Shooting commenced with an elaborate action sequence featuring both Sunny Deol and Vijay Varma at Film City, where a massive carnival set was specifically constructed for the scene.
Subsequent filming occurred at multiple sites across the city:
- A private bungalow in the upscale Bandra neighborhood
- A college campus near Churchgate
- The Marol Police Camp in Andheri East
This first leg of production is scheduled to conclude by March 30, representing a concentrated burst of filming activity that has kept the entire team working at an accelerated pace.
Transition to Mythological Epic in April
Following completion of the action thriller schedule, Sunny Deol will immediately shift his focus to 'Ramayana: Part 2', directed by Nitesh Tiwari. The actor plans to complete all his portions as Hanuman by the end of April, demonstrating his commitment to both projects.
Industry sources reveal that "Sunny wants to complete his portions of Hanuman by April-end. In May, he will resume his cop role in Goa", indicating a carefully orchestrated schedule that allows him to fulfill both commitments. The action film is expected to be fully wrapped by July, providing a clear timeline for both productions.
Diverse Genre Portfolio for 2024
Beyond these two major projects, Sunny Deol's 2024 slate includes additional variety. In February, the actor introduced his upcoming Netflix courtroom drama 'Ikka', which co-stars Akshaye Khanna. This legal drama adds yet another dimension to Deol's portfolio, showcasing his range across mythology, action, and courtroom narratives.
The actor's current project lineup represents one of the most diverse and demanding schedules of his career, with each role requiring distinct preparation and characterization. From the physical demands of an action cop to the mythological gravitas of Hanuman and the intellectual intensity of a legal drama, Deol is demonstrating remarkable versatility as he navigates these contrasting genres simultaneously.
This multi-project approach reflects both the actor's enduring popularity and the industry's confidence in his ability to deliver across different storytelling formats. As production timelines overlap and deadlines approach, Deol's management of this complex schedule will be closely watched by industry observers and fans alike.
