Some actors fake it on a saddle with camera tricks. Vijay Deverakonda decided to actually learn how to ride like a warrior. For his upcoming period actioner Ranabaali, the star reportedly spent six months in intense horse-riding training, determined to perform every galloping, sword-wielding moment himself rather than lean on stunt doubles or VFX. Catch more such behind-the-scenes stories on the Technosports entertainment section.
According to sources close to the production, Vijay started from the basics and worked his way up to single-hand riding, full-speed galloping, and maintaining complete control during high-octane action sequences. He reportedly trained under expert supervision with stallions, considered among the toughest horses to handle on set, all to bring authenticity to his character as a fierce warrior set against the backdrop of British rule in the late 1800s.
Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, Ranabaali also stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead and Arnold Vosloo in a key role. Notably, the film marks Vijay and Rashmika’s first on-screen pairing since their real-life marriage, adding an extra layer of anticipation among fans. For period actioners drawing from real history, training of this scale isn’t unusual; major productions worldwide have long required leads to master skills like horseback combat for authenticity, a tradition seen in classic period drama filmmaking.
Ranabaali: Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Lead Cast | Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna |
| Director | Rahul Sankrityan |
| Genre | Period Action |
| Key Supporting Cast | Arnold Vosloo |
| Theatrical Release | September 11, 2026 |
| Special Prep | 6-month horseback training |
Beyond Ranabaali, Vijay’s plate is full. He has the action drama Rowdy Janardhana with Keerthy Suresh lined up for a December 2026 multilingual release, and a newly announced project tentatively titled VDxShouryuv, reportedly featuring Kriti Sanon. For all the latest South cinema updates, bookmark Technosports’ South entertainment hub.
