Sharad Kelkar, who features in Bhuj: The Pride of India, on how playing an Indian Army officer on screen comes with added responsibility
Sharad Kelkar in the war drama
Such a character demands intensive prep. The actor says he interacted closely with Army officials to lend authenticity to his part in the Disney+ Hotstar offering. “I learned about their routine, their disciplined attitude, and the nuances of the army culture. Since my character is shown as a boxer in his early days, I also trained in boxing,” adds Kelkar.
