Vicky Kaushal begins intense body transformation for Mahavatar, to gain over 25 kilos

Updated On: 30 July, 2026 07:11 AM IST | Mumbai | Upala KBR

Vicky Kaushal will reportedly gain over 25 kilos to play Parashurama in Mahavatar. He will reunite with Chhaava fitness coach Tejas Lalwani, with training beginning in September ahead of the film's December shoot

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Vicky Kaushal will also have to learn archery for the role

Before Vicky Kaushal understands the mental make-up of Chiranjeevi Parashurama, he will have to attain the physicality of the warrior for Mahavatar. mid-day has learnt that the actor will reunite with fitness coach Tejas Lalwani, with whom he worked on Chhaava (2025), for Amar Kaushik’s directorial venture. Word is that before the mythological epic rolls in December, Kaushal will be required to gain over 25 kilos for the role.

(L-R) Tejas Lalwani training Vicky Kaushal on ‘Chhaava’ set