During the trailer launch event of his upcoming film, “Sam Bahadur,” Vicky Kaushal, portraying Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, shared insights into his initial apprehensions about the role. The actor expressed doubts about his suitability for the legendary figure, feeling he wasn’t good-looking enough for Meghna Gulzar’s project. Reflecting on when Meghna revealed her intention to make a film about Sam Manekshaw during the Raazi shoot in Patiala, Vicky admitted secretly Googling the Field Marshal’s photo and considering him too handsome for the role.
Directed by Meghna Gulzar, “Sam Bahadur” unfolds against the 1971 India-Pakistan war, led by Sam Manekshaw, resulting in the birth of Bangladesh. The film features an ensemble cast, including Sanya Malhotra, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Govind Namdev, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, and Neeraj Kabi. Scheduled for release on December 1, the movie explores the historic backdrop and the pivotal role played by Sam Manekshaw during the conflict.
