Title: Told Farhan he can’t meet family during ‘Bhaag..’ training: Yograj
Farhan Akhtar’s portrayal of Milkha Singh in the 2013 biographical sports drama film ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ is widely regarded as one of the most iconic performances in Indian cinema. The film’s success can be attributed to the meticulous training and dedication of its lead actor, a fact that has been recently reiterated by Farhan’s coach, Yograj Singh. In an exclusive interview, Yograj shared his experience of training Farhan for the movie, revealing the sacrifices the actor made to get into the character of the Flying Sikh.
Yograj, a former Indian cricketer, was approached by the film’s director, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, to train Farhan for the role. Yograj, who had a reputation for being a tough taskmaster, was hesitant at first, but eventually agreed to take on the challenge. However, he made it clear to Farhan that he would have to make some significant sacrifices if he wanted to learn from him.
“I told Farhan that if he wanted to train with me, he couldn’t meet his family during that period,” Yograj revealed. “He had to dedicate himself fully to the training, and I made it clear that I wouldn’t tolerate any distractions. Farhan followed it; he said, ‘If you weren’t there, I couldn’t have done it’.”
Yograj’s training regime was notoriously tough, and Farhan was pushed to his limits every day. The actor had to undergo rigorous physical training, including running, weightlifting, and other forms of exercise to build his endurance and stamina. Yograj would often push Farhan to his limits, making him run for hours on end and doing multiple sets of exercises without any breaks.
“I thought he was really flying,” Yograj said, laughing. “He would run so fast that I thought it’s really… Flying Sikh. He was an amazing student, and he took everything I taught him very seriously.”
Farhan’s dedication and hard work paid off, and he was able to deliver a performance that earned him widespread critical acclaim. Yograj’s training played a significant role in his success, and the coach was proud of the progress his student made.
“I was happy to see Farhan grow and develop as an athlete during our training sessions,” Yograj said. “He was a quick learner, and he picked up everything I taught him very fast. I was impressed by his dedication and his willingness to learn.”
Yograj’s experience training Farhan for ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ was not limited to just physical training. He also worked with Farhan on his running technique and helped him develop a more efficient and effective running style.
“I worked with Farhan on his running technique, and I helped him develop a more efficient and effective running style,” Yograj said. “He was a natural athlete, and he picked up everything I taught him very fast. I was impressed by his ability to learn and adapt quickly.”
The success of ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ was a testament to the hard work and dedication of its cast and crew, including Farhan and Yograj. The film’s critical and commercial success was a result of the meticulous planning and execution that went into its making.
In conclusion, Yograj’s experience training Farhan for ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’ was a memorable one. The coach’s tough training regime and high expectations pushed Farhan to his limits, but the actor’s dedication and hard work paid off. Yograj’s training played a significant role in Farhan’s success, and the coach was proud of the progress his student made.
