Actor Nikhil is set to headline the upcoming pan-India film Swayambhu, directed by Bharat Krishnamachari. Speaking to an English daily, he revealed the rigorous preparation he underwent for the role, including extensive martial arts and horse riding training.
“For Swayambhu, I followed a strict diet for eight months, eliminating alcohol, rice, and sugar while consuming only fruits and protein-based foods. Achieving a naturally heroic look took time, but I was committed to the transformation. I trained for 45 days under renowned stunt choreographer King Solomon, who has worked on RRR, Baahubali, and Kalki. Each day, I learned something new from him,” Nikhil shared.
The makers have designed Swayambhu as a socio-fantasy spectacle, showcasing Nikhil in the role of a warrior. Samyuktha Menon plays the female lead, and the film is touted as the most ambitious and high-budget project of Nikhil’s career.
Alongside Swayambhu, Nikhil is also working on The India House, directed by Sudheer Varma and presented by Ram Charan. Additionally, Karthikeya 3 is in development.