Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kangana Ranaut: Bollywood actors who learned horse riding for their roles

When it comes to historical epics and large-scale action dramas, authenticity matters most in Bollywood. Everything we see on the screens, whether it's sports, sword fights, battle scenes, or the always difficult horseback riding scenes, seems so easy! To make a skill appear realistic on screen, however, it requires lots of practice and effort to master or at least receive training in. From Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kangana Ranaut, here are actors who received horseback riding training for their parts.

As Emperor Akbar in Jodhaa Akbar, Hrithik became an expert horseback rider. Being a warrior-king meant being graceful and in control of your horse. In order to portray royal processions and war scenes truly, he underwent extensive training. His command of horseback riding and regal posture enhanced the epic scale of the movie, giving him a physically and emotionally potent performance.

To portray the powerful Maratha warrior Bajirao, Ranveer underwent tough horseback riding training. He had to perform combat sequences and ride into battle scenes, which required comfort and accuracy on horseback. He also made strong cavalry movements in Padmaavat as the cruel Alauddin Khilji. Because of his loyalty, his war scenes were realistic and magnificent.

In order to play a sepoy in 19th-century India, Aamir studied horseback riding for Mangal Pandey. Traditional military horseback scenes were necessary for the movie. He used the technique once more for Laal Singh Chaddha in patterns that showed the development of his character. Aamir, who is well-known for devoting a lot of time to character preparation, underwent intense training to become naturally comfortable around horses.

In order to give the role of Maharawal Ratan Singh, a noble Rajput king, authenticity, Shahid learned to ride a horse. His training was evident in his calm manner and preparation for battle while Rose. Shahid maintained his composure in the face of larger-than-life characters on screen, both in the saddle and on the throne.

For his part as Tanaji Malusare, a Maratha warrior, Ajay Devgn got horseback riding instruction. Several battle scenes with spectacular cavalry charges were included in the movie. Ajay's assured horseback riding enhanced his grounded and strong persona, giving the historic action scenes more realism. It complemented the martial theme and tense tone of the movie.

To portray Rani Laxmibai, a warrior queen renowned for her riding abilities, Kangana underwent months of horseback riding training. She did the majority of her own stunts on horseback, including combat and sword action scenes. Her ferocious attitude and riding skill strengthened the film's feminist and patriotic themes.

In several movies, including Khalnayak and Panipat, in which he portrayed Ahmad Shah Abdali, Sanjay Dutt rode horses. He practiced his riding for the last time in order to portray the Afghan invader as threatening. His command of a horse and his powerful stance gave his warlord identity a frightening edge.

To make it possible for his character to ride magnificent horses in crucial battle scenes in Baahubali, Prabhas had to learn how to ride horses from the beginning. He received intense instruction to improve his riding technique, speed, and swordplay. His skillful fusion of action and style made the scenes memorable, particularly the one in which he jumps from a charging horse.

With the goal to play the renowned Mauryan emperor in the historical drama Asoka, SRK learned how to ride a horse. Chariot riding, royal processions, and battle scenes were all required for the part. Later, in Paheli, he made a more subtle return to it. His commitment to learning the skill helped him move from trendy to historical roles.