Vikramjeet Virk emerges as 'John Abraham' of the South Post Film 'Casanovva' with superstar Mohanlal

Mumbai 19/2012 (Hyderabad Deccan News) :This punjabi boy is working in a Malayalam film and they are already calling him John Abraham of south India! Meet Vikramjeet Virk, the dapper 'Casanovva', who started with Ashutosh Gowariker's "Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey" playing a negative role pitted against Abhishek Bachchan! The tall strapping dude is not pitted against Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the biggest action packed blockbuster release this january - 26, 'Casanovva'!

A punjabi by birth Virk, who made a mark in Zee TV's 'Shobha Somnath Ki' is all set to hit the big screen again with a character similar to that of John Abraham of 'Dhoom'. He has already emerged as a favourite of stunt director Allan Amin and has excelled in action scenes shot in Dubai and Bangkok. In Film "Casanovav" He jumped from the 30th floor in Bangkok's hi-rise Cat Towers. Allan amin was very confident that Vikramjeet can do this stunt without a body double.

Talking about his role and stunts, Vikramjeet Virk says, "Bagging a role in the biggest Malayalam film with the greatest Malayalam superstar is special. When I first met Mohanlal I didn't realise he was so big but during the making of 'Casanovva' I experienced his superstardom and I would do anything to match his flair and style. When they asked me to jump from the 30th floor, everyone including Mohanlal felt that It would be better if Vikram used a Body Double. But considering his Flair for adrenaline rush, he chose to do it all by himself. Therefore, Mohanlal asked me to take care of my safety before every shot but this inspired me to risk it all."

Continuing his saga Virk says, "I love challenging roles which require powerfull performances. I really feel that I was born to Act. I don't mind playing any role significant or not, the only important thing is my Performance. I was very Lucky to have bagged the most Interesting roles with the top Directors of our Industry. I realised this when I accompanied my friend as he went for a casting to Ashutosh Gowarikar's office. Ashutosh ji saw me and immediately offered me the role in 'Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey'. I also won the 'Zee Rishtey Best Khalnayak' Award for my memorable role as 'Amir Mehmood Ghaznavi'. In fact, I managed the difficult task of coming on a horse on stage and performing."

As someone who's worked both on TV and in films, Virk admits the experience is very different. Working in a costume drama has its share of hazards but Virk reveals, that "In films one works for few hours in a day, while in television one works for 10 to 12 hours in a day. It's very hectic. The heavy outfit and heavy make-up made it difficult to shoot, but once I saw the final outcome, it made me feel the effort was worth it," he says.

"Vikramjeet had recently completed a Punjabi film , The Sequel of "Yaaran Naal Bahaaran" . 'So far I've been very lucky to bag good roles. Touchwood'' he says.

Vikramjeet Virk started off as a model and had his fair share of struggle before landing in Bollywood. Virk is very religious and goes to the Gurudwara Sahab everyday! His parents have supported him thoroughly. "I cut my hair many years back because of my work and there are times when I regret it. My father didn't talk to me for a month, I convinced my father to be possitive about my decision as i really want to pursue my career in bollywood. Initially my father had his reservations, but today both my parents are happy for me," he says.

Virk grew up in Karnal and studied at the Khalsa Senior Secodary School & S D Senior secondary school. He used to be a state level kabbaddi player and has won several awards for athletics while in school. He adores Madhuri Dixit saying, "The charisma and expressions with which she managed to portray a wide range of roles is unmatched by any other heroine of today. Add to that her graceful dancing and you have a truly spectacular star!" His favourite film is 'Gadar Ek Prem Katha' for its timeless story and Sunny Paaji's 1000 watts performance. He wants to play the role of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, one of the most heroic freedom fighters that our country has ever seen.

Vikramjeet exercises a lot but doesn't diet. He eats wholesome food like makkai di roti & sarson da saag with lots of makkhan and "khinchi ki khichdi" make my heart sing!. There is nothing quite like a good home-cooked meal. He adds, "If by a health freak, you mean that I believe in taking care of my physique, then yes I am a health freak! In fact I was skinny before as I was in fashion indusrty but bollywood demands an actor to be robust and therefore I started my workout rigorously.

Virk reminisces about his passion for acting, "I actually had a realization quite early on in life about my passion for modeling and acting. It was after my 12th class exams when I went to Delhi to pursue a higher education that I realised that this was something that I wanted to make a career out of. One fine day, I shot my portfolio and auditioned for the Lakme India Fashion Week. I cleared the audition and on July 19 - 2003, on the day of my birthday, I walked the ramp for the first time. That was the best moment in my life, and since then, the journey has been amazing and I'm loving it."


2012-01-19



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