Arjun Rampal’s Bold Body Transformation for Netflix’s Rana Naidu Season 2
New Delhi, June 19, 2025 — Arjun Rampal is receiving praise for his gritty and powerful performance as Rauf in Rana Naidu Season 2, now streaming on Netflix. Known for taking on bold and unconventional roles, Rampal shared that he physically transformed himself for the character—bulking up to match the imposing presence of co-star Rana Daggubati.
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Speaking about his preparation for the role, Arjun Rampal admitted, “The thing that I felt I really needed to work on for Rauf was gaining weight. Especially because I was working with Rana Daggubati, who is a huge guy. He is really tall and big, and has this incredible screen presence that I was feeling small next to him.”
To bring a sense of visual parity and balance to their on-screen dynamic, Rampal decided to bulk up. “If I go at this weight, which I have now, I would really look small next to him. So, it was important for me to put on this mass and have Rauf appear big,” he explained.
Rana Naidu Season 2, directed by Karan Anshuman, Suparn Verma, and Abhay Chopra, continues the story of power, family, and betrayal. Produced by Locomotive Global Media, the Netflix original series has Rampal playing a complex and dark character that fans have praised for its depth and realism.
Arjun Rampal’s filmography has long reflected his willingness to break the mold, often opting for layered and challenging characters. His role in Rana Naidu is no exception, with critics and viewers alike applauding his intense and unapologetic performance.
With his latest transformation, Arjun Rampal once again proves his dedication to the craft—going beyond expectations to bring authenticity to the screen.
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