Sohum Shah, who garnered unequivocal praise for his performance in Ship
of Theseus, has undergone a striking physical transformation for his
next film,Tumbad. “It is a dark period thriller set against colonial
India, infused with elements of fantasy. I had to bulk up for my role by
following a strict regimen to stay true to the physicality prevalent in
1930s India." said the actor-producer.
The team did several test shoots
before zeroing in on Sohum's look for the film. On his part, the actor
also thoroughly researched the kind of costumes worn in that era. “My
first day on the set, most of the crew found it hard to recognize me!"
he says.
Produced by Recyclewala Films, it also
marks the directorial debut of Rahi Anil Barve whose short film
'Manjha' was released by Danny Boyle with the 'Slumdog Millionare'
Blu-Ray. Some portions of Tumbad, which is scheduled to release
worldwide next year, were screened at the NFDC Film Bazaar in Goa last
year, where it was hailed a visual masterpiece by those present.
