Akshay Kumar, Sooraj Pancholi to Vicky Kaushal: Actors Who Played Unconventional Roles In Historic Dramas
By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: March 16, 2025 19:42 IST2025-03-16T19:40:03+5:302025-03-16T19:42:27+5:30
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In 2018, Shahid Kapoor stepped into the periodic genre through the classic film 'Padmavat. He played the role of Rajput ruler Maharawal Ratan Singh and got the audiences hooked to the screens with his striking portrayal.
Junaid Khan made his debut with ‘Maharaj’, a historical drama film based on the Maharaj libel case of 1862. The actor played the role of Karsandas Mulji and made a striking debut in his first project.
In 2019, Akshay Kumar starred in the war film 'Kesari' and added another feather to his cap of versatility by delving into the period genre. The actor played the role of Havildar Ishar Singh, who leads the battle of 21 Sikh soldiers to protect Saragarhi Fort.
Sooraj Pancholi is gearing up for his big-screen comeback. The actor is set to headline his first biopic, ‘Kesari Veer: Legends Of Somnath’, and will be seen playing the role of an unsung warrior Veer Hamirji Gohil, telling the story of the famous Somnath temple of Gujarat.
Vicky Kaushal played the role of the Maratha King Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in 'Chhaava'. The recently released films grabbed significant attention from the netizens, establishing Vicky as a powerhouse performer.
