Vicky Kaushal Pledges to Honor Indian Army if 'Sam Bahadur' Wins an Oscar

The film, boasting stellar production, commendable set design, and a strong ensemble cast including Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra, aims for historical authenticity in its portrayal.

Vicky Kaushal, geared up for the release of the upcoming biopic ‘Sam Bahadur’, based on the legendary Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, expressed his dedication to the Indian Army, promising to dedicate any accolades like an Oscar or Filmfare to them if awarded for the movie.

The film, boasting stellar production, commendable set design, and a strong ensemble cast including Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra, aims for historical authenticity in its portrayal.

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Engaging with his 16.4 million Instagram followers, Vicky recently conducted an "Ask Away" session about 'Sam Bahadur'. When asked whom he'd dedicate awards to for the film, he promptly replied with a still from the movie, stating it would be dedicated to the Indian Army.

Describing his character 'SAM', he cryptically referred to the role as someone connected to everyone.

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Reflecting on learning about Gurkha history for the film, he found the experience inspiring and motivating.

Asked what he'd ask Sam Manekshaw if they met, Vicky humorously shared he'd likely be starstruck and left speechless, expressing his admiration in his heart.

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Sharing his shooting experience in Ooty, Vicky mentioned enjoying simple pleasures like roadside Maggie and bhutta with Katrina, celebrating their first wedding anniversary amidst the beautiful tea gardens during the ‘Sam Bahadur’ shoot.

Addressing the challenge of getting into character, Vicky labeled it his most demanding role to date.

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When asked about the duration of the film's production, he laid out the extensive timeline spanning script development, technical preparation, shooting across 13 cities and 8 states, all dedicated to portraying one legend over several years.

In a heartfelt gesture, Vicky extended warm Gurpurab greetings, sharing a picture of himself praying at the Golden Temple.

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Produced by RSVP Movies and directed by Meghna Gulzar, 'Sam Bahadur' is set to hit theaters on December 1, promising an immersive cinematic experience delving into the life of the remarkable Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw.

(With Agency Inputs)

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