Malavika Mohanan Sets the Record Straight on Stunt Performance Claims
In response to viral online rumors suggesting a body double handled her action sequences, actress Malavika Mohanan has firmly addressed the speculation. She took to social media to share behind-the-scenes videos, unequivocally confirming that she performed her own stunts in the Maruthi-directed film 'The Raja Saab', starring Prabhas.
Addressing the Speculation Head-On
Malavika Mohanan utilized her X (formerly Twitter) handle to post a detailed message alongside BTS clips. She wrote, "Been seeing a lot of tweets and articles about how I claimed to do my own stunts for 'The Raja Saab' but a body double did it as there's a photo circulating online of a stunt artist who was my stunt double on the film." She emphasized her personal enjoyment of action, stating that from a young age, she has relished physically challenging herself and acquiring new skills.
Explaining Filmmaking Realities of Stunt Work
Further clarifying the process, Mohanan provided insight into how stunts are typically executed on movie sets. She explained, "Secondly, there's always a stunt double on sets even when the actors are doing their own stunts as the action director gets them to do the rehearsals of the shot as they're the experts, before getting the actor to do a final shot. Or in the case of certain shots when they feel it's too risky for the actor to do it- they feel it's better for a professional to execute the shot so you're not doing anything too risky without knowing how to do it correctly." This perspective highlights the collaborative and safety-oriented nature of film production.
Sharing BTS Footage and Gratitude
In her post, Mohanan also expressed appreciation for her stunt team, sharing additional BTS videos. She added, "So here's some bts of me doing some fun shots & a big hug to my stunt double who taught me how to execute them right :)." This gesture underscores her commitment to transparency and acknowledges the professionals who support actors in achieving realistic action sequences.
Film Details and Future Projects
Malavika Mohanan starred alongside Nidhhi Agerwal and Riddhi Kumar as female leads in 'The Raja Saab', which was released on January 9 and is now available on OTT platforms. Looking ahead, she is set to appear in the Tamil action film 'Sardar 2', sharing the screen with actor Karthi, further cementing her involvement in high-energy roles.
