Vidyut helps Commando team on sets

Vidyut Jamwal, known for his well-built body and hold over action scenes, came to the rescue of the team of the movie "Commando - The War Within".

For one of the scenes, which was shot in summer in Punjab, it so happened that Vidyut had to hold the arm of the villain and flip him over. But due to excessive heat and sweating, it became tough for him to get a grip over the villain.

Each time the crew tried to take the shot, Vidyut's hand would slip due to the intense heat. Despite his hard work and practice, he couldn't deliver the required shot. Vidyut paused and asked one of the production members to get him some talcum powder. He put it on the villain's arm, and the shot was easily canned thereafter.
"The scene was pulled off perfectly, without any requirement of a retake as Vidyut could easily flip the guy. The entire team was delighted as they managed to save the day, the sun was about to set and the essence of this scene had to be captured in natural daylight," said the source.

Co-produced by Reliance Entertainment and Vipul Shah's Sunshine Pictures. It is directed by ad filmmaker Dilip Ghosh.

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Vidyut Jammwal reveals his wild side in Goa

Vidyut Jammwal featured in the John Abraham-starrer Force and may be known for his martial arts skills

The actor, who will next be seen in Vipul Shah's upcoming thriller, revealed his wild side in Goa recently.

He was the show stopper at a fashion show after which he was invited to a beach party. Vidyut, who spends a fair chunk of his time working out apart from training in martial art forms, decided to let off some steam.

He attended the bash with a bunch of friends to soak in the Goa beach vibe. They hung out at the party and when he was recognised Vidyut was asked to come on the stage.

An onlooker says, Vidyut got up on stage and went into the DJ's booth to congratulate him on the great tracks he was playing. The DJ asked him to join him. They played a few sets together and made the crowds go absolutely wild. Vidyut then did some back flips, handstands, head spins coupled with some B-boying moves his martial arts training certainly helped!

Adds the onlooker, The crowd went wild and refused to let him get off the stage. The girls, of course, couldn't get their hands off him, even ripped his T-shirt. He was the cynosure of all eyes not only making heads turn but also made people's feet tap to his own beat.

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Vidyut Jammwal one of the top five fittest men of 2012

'Force' actor Vidyut Jammwal seems to be making it to the hottie list

He has been ranked among the top five fittest men of 2012 by a men's mag alongside the likes of Hrithik Roshan and wrestling champion Yogeshwar Dutt. He is also the newest entrant in the fitness space, which was associated with the likes of Salman Khan, Hrithik and John Abraham.

Earlier he had been also been voted as one of the sexiest men which also features Ranbir Kapoor, John, Ranveer Singh and Virat Kohli. Let's see where all these titles takes him in B-Town.

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Vidyut Jamwal to model designer towel at IRFW

Bollywood actor Vidyut Jamwal, who is basking in the success of his recent Tamil hit "Thuppakki", will walk the ramp at the ongoing India Resort Fashion Week (IRFW) for a leading bed and bath brand.

"Vidyut will walk wearing a Wimbledon towel manufactured by Welspun on the last day of the event. The owners of Spaces Home & Beyond by Welspun will also grace the ramp along with the 32-year-old actor, " a statement released by the company said.

No wonder then that Vidyut's well-toned physique, which was seen in action film "Force", will also be on display during his ramp walk.

Spaces Home & Beyond by Welspun will showcase its products ranging from international toga wraps to exotic bath robes and beach towels, on the runway.

The IRFW, a four-day event, is an amalgamation of fashion and music.

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Couldn't find stunt doubles for Commando action scenes: Vidyut

In his second Hindi film "Commando", Vidyut Jamwal takes action to next level by combinig Indian and Brazilian martial art forms - kalaripayattu and jiu jitsu respectively. He has done action scenes himself as the filmmakers couldn't find a duplicate to do the fight scenes that involves hand to hand fight.

"The highlight of the film is that I have done the stunt scenes on my own. There are no stunt doubles in the film. So, basically it's the first official action movie with real stunt scenes. I have trained specially for the film, " Vidyut, who entered Bollywood as a villain in "Force", told.

"I leaned kalaripayattu from the age of 3. I have lived in Kerala till I was 13 and learned kalaripayattu... then I was the National gymnast. This film is an amalgamation of kalaripayattu and jiu jitsu, which has not been done before, " he added.

Vidyut says the action scenes were so difficult that they couldn't find body doubles.

"There are no guns used in the film. It's hand to hand combat action where body is being used to the fullest. We couldn't find stunt doubles for my action scenes as I had acrobat scenes, which is not easy to pull off."

Vidyut plays lead in the film and is paired with former Miss India Pooja Chopra.

"Force" saw Vidyut as a baddie, but he was not scared of being typecast in Bollywood.

"I was not worried at all as I got the awards not for playing negative role in 'Force', but as debutant actor. I believe the audience has accepted me, so I am not scared of being typecast, " the 32-year-old said.

Producer-director Vipul Shah's "Commando" was shot in Chandigarh, Patiala and Manali. It is slated for a March or April release.

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Vidyut Jamwal, the action man!

Martial arts specialist Vidyut Jamwal designs own action sequences with an international stunt team for his next film 

We often hear of actors trying to do their own stunts for their films but seldom have we heard of someone who actually designs the stunts himself rather than just wanting to see it through. And that's exactly the case for Vidyut Jamwal  who is currently shooting for Vipul Shah's next film, helmed by Dilip Ghosh.

Our source says, The film promises to have never been seen before stunts on the Indian screen and Vipul is personally looking into every detail. There is no harness, no wires or safety measures on the sets. 

The idea is to touch a whole new level of action with stunts and sequences that will take audiences by storm. Vidyut has apparently been working closely with a stunt team that has been flown in from South Africa for the film. The source adds, The team has worked with the likes of Tom Cruise, Daniel Craig, Matt Damon, etc.
Producer Vipul Shah says, His extensive martial arts background gives Vidyut a very strong expertise in the action and stunt space. He has trained across different parts of the world and has been exposed to various international martial arts forms. He went to Punjab a week before the shoot schedule to design the stunts with the team and even practice them before the actual sequence.

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Vidyut takes special army training for Commando

Vidyut Jammwal recently underwent intensive training at a US-based army training facility to prep for his next role

Known for his passion and dedication to action and martial arts, Vidyut Jammwal has taken his commitment to a whole new level.

He recently spent three weeks at a special physical training centre in Georgia that provides a secluded outdoor training environment. And all this for his upcoming film Commando produced by Vipul Shah.

Our source says, It is an undisclosed army training facility that trains all the commandos of the Russian and the Georgian armies. This happens to be the same facility that trained 200 US army troops in 2002 to improve their counter-terrorism capabilities. In fact Vidyut is also said to be training under army trainers.

A friend of the actor says, Vidyut's always takes the idea of fitness, strength and agility very seriously, no matter what it is for film or otherwise. He has trained in martial art ever since he was three-years-old in Kerala. Vidyut's extensive training background prepares him to face an extreme situation in any environment.

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Vidyut Jammwal nabs thieves

Actor Vidyut Jammwal turned into a real-life action hero when he managed to nab two thieves who broke into his house.

"A few days ago, a couple of thieves broke into his house assuming that the house was empty and unattended. Vidyut was in the room inside and came out hearing the sound in the living room, " said a source.

"On seeing Vidyut, the intruders attacked him with the intention of injuring him. But they couldn't succeed, " the source added.

The "Force" actor is trained in martial arts, especially Kalaripayattu.

The source also revealed that after brawl with the thieves, he reported them to the police and had them picked up from his house.

Vidyut's official spokesperson confirmed the incident, which happened earlier this week.

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Bad boy Vidyut turns hero in his next

Vidyut Jamvwal's good looks, sculpted body and impressive performance as a villain in his first Hindi movie "Force" earned him brownie points. Set to play a protagonist in his next Hindi film, he says that finding a place in Bollywood is not so tough, but admits that sometimes it could a testing journey.

"Getting a name in Bollywood is not that difficult but sometimes it could be quite a testing journey and that's when one has to be patient and focussed. I don't see it as a struggle, but yes, I see it as something that we have to go through to evolve and to fit in rightly," Vidyut told.

Right now Vidyut is excited about his next Hindi movie which will be high on action.

"It's a full on action movie with real action and no cables attached. I will start working on it in 15 days. There will be official announcement in few days. This film will mark my foray into heroes role," he said.

The 32-year-old, a known name in southern industry, earned accolades for his work in Telugu films "Shakti" and "Oosaravelli".

Vidyut made an impressive debut in Tamil cinema with "Billa II" as the antagonist opposite Ajith Kumar.

Ask him whether he has shifted his focus towards Hindi movies, he denied it saying: "The southern industry is very welcoming and I am honoured to be working with them. I will always do southern movies."

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Vidyut Jamwal pumps iron

The actor is busy working out for nine hours everyday for his stunt sequences in his upcoming film

An early morning walk on Juhu beach will ensure that you bump into Vidyut Jammwal who is currently busy training there in martial arts and Kalaripayattu. The actor who appeared in the John Abraham-starrer Force is apparently working out hard for nine hours every day, for his upcoming film. 

A friend of the actor says, Vidyut has signed a big film as a lead actor but is keeping his cards close to his chest. He is known for his martial arts and his extensive training.

The actor has been spotted every morning at a quiet area of Juhu beach with a bunch of his training buddies working out extensively and prepping for his stunt sequences.
The source adds, Vidyut is very driven. He works out not just every morning but also in the evenings at his training studio in Andheri. He trains from 6 am to 11 am and then from 5 pm to 9 pm. It is unheard of for someone to invest so much time into training but it's true. This is what drives him and is something he is extremely passionate about.

For his Bollywood debut film Force, we'd even heard that Vidyut did all his stunts himself. He even did a live demonstration for a promotional event of the film proving his flair and commitment to stunts. Phew!

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