This high-energy kabaddi track pushed her beyond her comfort zone. Shot outdoors in Bhiwandi, the sequence was unlike anything she had done before.
Not being a sportsperson herself, Mohak found the experience both intimidating and exhilarating as she shared the screen with professional kabaddi players, capturing the raw spirit of the sport in its truest form.
Recalling the shoot, Mohak shared, “This kabaddi sequence was completely different from anything I’ve done. There was no choreography at all; everything was natural and instinctive. It was a one-time shoot with no scope for retakes, and the scene did not have any choreography as we had to play kabaddi for this sequence.” She added, “Playing kabaddi with girls dressed in ghagra choli was such a unique experience. Being a natural dancer, this felt like a unique challenge to me. By the third take, especially during the last entry, my body was completely bruised. At one point, six girls fell on me during an impromptu moment, but that’s what made it look so real. Looking back, despite the sweat, pain, and unpredictability, this outdoor kabaddi shoot was a beautiful blend of struggle and fun, intense yet fulfilling, spontaneous yet powerful, and a highlight in my journey so far on Saru.”
Despite the struggle, Mohak believes the experience added authenticity to the narrative. The kabaddi track stands out not just for its physicality but for the honest, unfiltered emotions it brings to the screen, a perfect reflection of Saru’s resilience and spirit. Currently, Saru finds herself battling emotional and situational challenges as she strives to protect Ved (played by Shagun Pandey) from the manipulations of Anika, with tensions escalating each day.