To achieve the bodybuilder look, Vikram weighed nearly 110 kg. To play the model, he shed the fat and toned down. But the most shocking transformation was for the hunchback character. Vikram lost a drastic amount of weight, bringing his weight down to roughly 50-55 kg, to authentically portray the emaciated, contorted physique of the disfigured man. This fluctuation took a massive toll on his health, but it resulted in a performance that was nothing short of haunting. When audiences search for the they are often looking for the behind-the-scenes stories of Vikram’s dedication, which have since become legendary in acting circles.
The film featured world-class prosthetic makeup by New Zealand's WETA Workshop to achieve Vikram's disfigured look. Musical Success: A.R. Rahman soundtrack i 2015 film