🎬 Unexpectedly sooraj Pancholi’s secret character in Ek Tha Tiger is going to amaze you.

Few know this about Bollywood, that before he became a leading man sooraj Pancholi served in a very important behind the scenes capacity: he was a body double for Salman Khan in the 2012 blockbuster Ek Tha Tiger with Katrina Kaif.

High action flicks, even by Bollywood standards, written and directed by Kabir Khan, became cult hits for the storyline they followed and action packed stunts they featured. However, what has actually remained unnoticed is that Sooraj Pancholi did body double for Salman Khan in most of the risky stunts.

🧠 Sooraj Pancholi’s Assistant Director and Body Double Role

Only 22 years old and Sooraj was already working on an Assistant Director designation for Ek Tha Tiger. His strong frame and discipline, agility during work could be sensed really well by Salman Khan himself.

He was so impressed with Sooraj that he asked Kabir Khan to take him as a body double for heavy action scenes, where there may have been excessive chasing or complicated stunts. Sooraj filled in just to capture that pulse pounding adrenaline rush of the film in precision.

🎥 Sooraj Pancholi’s Early Experience Behind the Camera

This was not Sooraj’s first time behind the camera; at 17, he was working as an AD on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Guzaarish. What he learned at that juncture about technical and creative filmmaking processes would eventually be put to use by him later in his acting career.

🎭 From Being an Action Hero: Sooraj Pancholi’s Entrance into the Actual Arena of Acting

Sooraj made his long awaited acting debut in 2015 with the film Hero, under the banner of Salman Khan. Though the film was action centric, Sooraj’s background in stunt work and filmmaking made his action believable in the film.

Sooraj’s physical performance, stunt execution and the so called on screen magic were praised in Hero, which received mixed reviews.

🔥 Sooraj Pancholi’s Comeback in Kesari Veer

After a brief hiatus from lead roles sooraj Pancholi is now making a powerful return to the silver screen with Kesari Veer, a historical war drama based on the real life story of Veer Hamirji Gohil, an unsung warrior of India.

🎬 About the Film – Kesari Veer

Director: Prince Dhiman
Cast: Sooraj Pancholi, Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Akanksha Sharma (debut)
Genre: Historical/Action Drama
Release Date: May 23, 2025
Role: Sooraj plays Veer Hamirji Gohil, a legendary warrior who fought bravely in Gujarat against Mughal forces.

This is the first time Sooraj will appear in a period drama, making it a defining moment in his career.

🧩 Why This Story Matters

This behind the scenes reveal shows us that Bollywood success stories often start with hard work in the background. Sooraj’s journey from body double and assistant director to lead actor is a testament to his dedication and passion for cinema.

His joining with legends like Salman Khan, Bhansali and now veterans like Suniel Shetty shows that he basically has been building credibility within the industry somehow.

📝 Final Thoughts

Sooraj Pancholi surely has come a long way from assisting behind the camera to being launched as the hero of a mega budget historical film. The tale is proof that genuine talent descends first from the depths of modesty so hard work and the intent to learn every last detail of the craft.

With Kesari Veer sooraj is ready not only to showcase action prowess but also ranges as a serious actor. Fans and critics will be watching closely as the film makes its way to the cinemas on May 23, 2025.