Vicky Kaushal is reportedly preparing for another dramatic physical transformation for his upcoming mythological film Mahavatar. According to a report in Mid-Day, the actor will be reuniting with fitness coach Tejas Lalwani, who earlier helped him prepare shade (2025), as he is set to play the role of the great warrior sage Parashurama.
Vicky Kaushal to gain over 25 kg for Mahavatar, reunites with Chhava fitness coach: Report
The report adds that Kaushal’s training will begin in September, about three months before the film is expected to go on floors in December. It is being said that this time the actor will have to go through a more challenging transformation than before. shade.
Vicky Kaushal will have to undergo a major physical transformation for Mahavatar.
According to the report, Kaushal will reportedly gain more than 25 kilograms to effectively portray Parashurama, one of the most powerful and iconic figures of Hindu mythology. A source quoted by the publication revealed that the actor had earlier increased his weight from 80 kg to 105 kg shade. However, for MahavatarHe is expected to appear even bigger to match the traditional portrayal of Parashurama.
The source said that Parashurama has been described in ancient texts as a great personality endowed with invincibility and immortality. To reflect that image on screen, Kaushal would need to have a broad chest, immense physical strength and the ability to wield the divine axe, Parshu, effectively during several action sequences.
Training, diet, and recovery to drive change
According to the report, preparation for the skill will revolve around three key aspects: training, nutrition and recovery. Fitness coach Tejas Lalwani and nutritionist Alkesh Sharotri have reportedly designed an intensive program focused on building muscle and strength. His workout is expected to include compound exercises such as squats, deadlifts, bench presses and pull-ups with a progressive increase in weight and repetitions.
On the nutrition front, his daily calorie intake is said to increase by 250 to 500 calories to support muscle growth. The change in his diet will reportedly include protein-rich foods along with nuts, dairy products and whole grains.
It is expected that recovery will also play an important role. The report states that Kaushal will need about eight hours of sleep every night to repair muscles. Additionally, each muscle group will reportedly receive at least 48 hours of rest before being trained again, allowing for proper recovery and continued physical development.
Mahavatar This will be Kaushal’s second collaboration with fitness coach Tejas Lalwani. shade. The two had previously worked together on the historical drama, where the actor underwent a significant physical transformation to portray Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.
