Kunal Kapoor reveals his massive transformation: "I had just six weeks to go from being..."

Kunal Kapoor believes in going that extra mile to get into the skin of the character he is essaying. The actor underwent a major physical transformation for his role in Koi Jaane Na, directed by Amin Hajee, within a short frame of time.

While hitting the gym was the obvious way to get into shape, there was a big hurdle, Kunal shared while talking to a leading publication,

One of the exciting parts about being an actor is to physically transform for a role. However, this time around, it was challenging because about six weeks before we shot the action sequence that required me to be extremely fit, we had to shoot a scene where I am out of shape. So, I had just six weeks to go from being out of shape to looking very strong.

- Kunal Kapoor

He further shares,

This action sequence required me to look physically intimidating, but lean. My trainer Samir Jaura, put me on a routine, for which I had to train twice a day. My day started with an hour of cardio and a training session and another weight-lifting session in the evening. We reduced my carb and salt intake, focussed on high-protein foods and cut out sugar from the diet.

- Kunal Kapoor

Director Amin Hajee says,

I must say that Kunal is an incredibly dedicated and committed actor. He delivers more than you expect. I didn't think he would be able to get into shape so quickly because just six weeks before it, we had shot a sequence where he looked the complete opposite. I was shocked when I saw the transformation.

- Amin Hajee

Excited to be a part of the project, Kunal says,

I've always been a big fan of pulp novels, and this is an edge-of-the-seat pulp entertainer. I think it's amazing how Amin has seamlessly brought a love story, a suspense drama and pulp fiction together.

- Kunal Kapoor