
Salman Khan's latest flick Sultan is one of the most keenly awaited releases of 2016. The film, where Khan will be seen playing the character of three-time Haryanvi state wrestling champion, is slated to release this Eid.
Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the movie co-stars Anushka Sharma, who also plays a wrestler. To prepare for her role the actress has been undergoing grueling training with experts. Sultan also stars Randeep Hooda and Amit Sadh in pivotal roles.
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The fights in Sultan are choreographed by renowned stunt co-ordinator Larnell Stovall, known for his work in the The Hunger Games series, Creed and many others.
Here are 5 interesting facts about the movie:
- The initial part of Sultan shows Salman's character as the 'Haryana Ka Sher' and showcases his journey from being a local wrestler to a national star.
- The story moves from India to the international arena and the focus slowly shifts from wrestling to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).
- Salman gets leaner as the film progresses, going from a 95-kilo wrestler to a much more tone mixed martial artist.
- Salman will fight renowned international MMA fighters in the second half of Sultan, while actual wrestlers from Haryana and Delhi are roped in for the local fights.
- YRF and Team Sultan plan to recreate various sporting events likes the Olympics and the Commonwealth Games for the movie.