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News18
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
This Bollywood Actor Lost 26kg For A Role, Gained 8kg For Another — Family Feared For His Life!
Randeep Hooda is one of the most versatile actors in the Indian film industry, known not only for his brilliant acting skills but also for the remarkable body transformations he undergoes for his roles. From portraying a weak and tortured character in Sarabjit to a menacing villain in Jaat, Hooda has consistently impressed audiences with his dedication and physical transformations. (News18 Hindi) Born on August 20, 1976 in Rohtak, Haryana, Hooda completed his postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management from Melbourne, Australia. During his time abroad, he took up jobs in restaurants, car washes, and taxi driving to support himself. After returning to India, he ventured into modelling and theatre, laying the foundation for his acting career. (News18 Hindi) Hooda made his Bollywood debut in 2001 with Mira Nair's Monsoon Wedding. His breakthrough came with Once Upon a Time in Mumbai (2010), after which he went on to deliver one acclaimed performance after another. He has also performed on stage with Naseeruddin Shah's Motley Theatre Group, honing his craft further. (News18 Hindi) In 2025, Hooda portrayed the character of 'Ranatunga' in Jaat, gaining immense appreciation for his performance. He gained eight kilograms, grew his hair long, and altered his voice to bring the villainous character to life. Hooda revealed in an interview that he transformed physically to make 'Ranatunga' appear truly dangerous on screen. (News18 Hindi) 5/8 For his directorial debut Swatantra Veer Savarkar (2024), Hooda underwent a dramatic transformation, losing 26 kilograms to portray 'Vinayak Damodar Savarkar'. He recounted being extremely weak for over a year, even sustaining a minor injury from falling off a horse. (News18 Hindi) Hooda's commitment to his roles extends to other films as well. For Do Lafzon Ki Kahani (2016), he gained muscle mass and increased his weight from 77 kg to 94 kg to play an MMA fighter. In Sarabjit (2016), he lost 20 kg to authentically depict the experience of imprisonment and starvation, stating that giving his 100 percent was essential for the role. (News18 Hindi) Off-screen, Hooda married Manipuri actress Lin Laishram in November 2023. Over the years, his name was also linked with Sushmita Sen. Beyond his personal life, his dedication to body transformations has earned him a unique identity in Bollywood, making him one of the most committed and respected actors in the industry. (News18 Hindi)
Hindustan Times
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Randeep Hooda buys an apartment worth ₹5.63 crore in Mumbai's Andheri West
Randeep Hooda has purchased an apartment in Mumbai's Versova area in Andheri West for ₹ 5.63 crore, according to property registration documents reviewed by Square Yards. Mumbai real estate update: Randeep Hooda has purchased an apartment in Mumbai's Versova area in Andheri West for ₹ 5.63 crore, according to property registration documents.(HT Files) The documents show that the apartment was purchased in a building named Bianca CHS, which has a built-up area of 1,530 sq ft and is on the 8th floor. Documents show that the transaction was registered on June 10, 2025, and a stamp duty of ₹ 33.78 lakh and registration fee of ₹ 30,000 were paid. The apartment was purchased from Esha Chandra. Chandra and Hooda could not be reached for a comment. According to SquareYards, Andheri West is strategically positioned between Mumbai's prominent business districts and entertainment zones. Over the years, it has evolved into a dynamic commercial and residential destination, featuring modern office complexes, co-working spaces, upscale retail outlets, entertainment centres, and premium residential developments. Randeep Hooda is an Indian actor who made his film debut with Mira Nair's critically acclaimed Monsoon Wedding (2001). He gained recognition with the gangster film Once Upon a Time in Mumbai (2010). He has since appeared in notable films such as Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster (2011), Jannat 2 (2012), Highway (2014), Sarbjit (2016), and blockbuster hits like Kick (2014) and Sultan (2016). He also ventured into Hollywood with the film Extraction (2020) and starred in the TV series CAT (2022). Recent transactions in Andheri West At least three notable real estate transactions involving public figures were registered in Andheri West over the past month. Actor Jaideep Ahlawat purchased two apartments for ₹ 20 crore, while Indian cricketer Shivam Dube bought an apartment for ₹ 27 crore in the same building that houses comedian Kapil Sharma and singer Mika Singh.
