Destiny favours those who dare to dream big. A 20-year-old engineer found his true calling in cinema while wandering outside the office of Anurag Kashyap. Almost a decade later, he was assisting Kashyap on ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’. From that moment, there was no turning back. This boy went on to play characters ranging from a vulnerable cremator to a brooding and highly decorated Army general. Today, Vicky Kaushal has become a formidable force when it comes to portraying characters that demand grit, grace and genuineness. So, grab on your popcorn tub, sit back and enter the world of Kaushal where every scene is a masterclass and every film is a cinematic beauty.
Happy Birthday Vicky Kaushal: 3 Films that Prove he is the OG Powerhouse of Bollywood
Shivangi Sharma, Chief Entertainment Officer at Excitel curates three films to relish Vicky Kaushal’s 37th birthday.
Masaan (2015) l JioHotstar
Every time we hum the lines “Tu Kisi Rail Si Guzarti Hai”, we travel back to this Vicky Kaushal gem. A tender yet tragic love story that blooms in Varanasi, it transcends through the issues of caste, class and customs. What starts off as a cupid college tale turns into a doomed love story. Amidst this tumbling boat of emotions, it’s Vicky’s restrained yet resonant acting that keeps us afloat. Whether it’s the delicate moments with his lover or his numbness in the second half that makes your heart ache. Essaying the role of Deepak, a cremator, he brought to the table the right mix of subtlety and sincerity. If any Bollywood character ever mastered the art of method acting, it’s this one.
Sardar Udham (2021) l Amazon Prime
Biopic based on a historical character has never been this haunting. Thanks to the dedication of Vicky Kaushal and the brilliance of Shoojit Sircar, this film is a must-watch. Vicky completely gets into the skin of Sardar Udham, the revolutionary who avenged the Jallianwala Bagh massacre by assassinating Michael O’ Dwyer. The character arc from being a simple countryside boy to a man with vengeance, is a treat. The character demanded cohesion and compassion, and Vicky did justice to it. Watch out for the grueling 60-minute massacre sequence, where you get to see how he becomes the character himself.
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Sam Bahadur (2023) l Zee5
Vicky Kaushal gets into the skin of a legendary figure yet again. Portraying the role of Chief of Army Staff, Sam Manekshaw, he breathes courage, charm and charisma. The film chronicles the life of the man through various anecdotes from his life, and that’s exactly where Kaushal shines. The film starts off with Manekshaw’s early academy days and sheds light on the deadly missions that he was a part of. That’s where Vicky’s range as an actor is evident. Whether it’s his mannerisms, diction and towering personality, he nails every scene. The way he dabbles in being a no-nonsense soldier to being a man with impeccable humor, certainly is a guidebook for all the actors. Don’t miss out on this tale of bravery, fueled by Vicky’s valiance and versatility.
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