AndhaDhun Actor Ayushmann Khurrana almost became blind

Mumbai: AndhaDhun Actor Ayushmann Khurrana on how a special pair of lenses used in the thriller implied his vision was hindered by 90 percent Essaying a character on screen who is blind is very difficult and Ayushmann Khurrana left no stone unturned to ace it perfectly.

He prepped himself for 3 months doing various activities viz at home he would slip an eye mask and go about his day. 

Ayushmann Khurrana shared "I met a blind pianist named Rahul. I noticed how he approached the piano and marked his centre".  He added further saying, " I'd also walk the streets with my team, learn how (the visually impaired) use thier stick, and go about daily activities like climbing  stairs or making omelettes.

We did this for three months,. Despite thata, for the shoot, the team got a special pair of lenses from London that made me look blind. Those lenses hinbdered my sight by 80 per cent. Coupled with the black glasses, my vision was affected by 90 per cent. That's how I shot the entire film." 

These exercises helped him to perfect his act. " Since I was not able to see through the glasses, my body language would change. I'd be more skeptical while walking, wghich would translate better for the character." said Ayushmann Khurana. AndhaDhun stars celebrated actress Tabu in a pivotal role. The actress will be seen in a grey character once again after Drishyam.

Ayushmann Khurrana who has made a mark with slice of life films in Bollywood is all set to mark his first association with Sriram Raghavan and break the mould. The film also features Radhika Apte who lately had been getting a lot of appreciation for her work. This will be her second association with Sriram after Badlapur. 

Produced by Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, 'Andhadhun' is directed by Sriram Raghavan. Starring Tabu, Ayushmann Khurrana, and Radhika Apte, the film is slated to release on 5th October 2018.