How Cars Are Destroyed in Singham Again: Rohit Shetty’s Explosive Action Scene Secrets!
ohit Shetty and Ajay Devgn's Singham Again is making a huge impact at the box office, thanks to its thrilling action scenes. Known for blending action and comedy in his films, Rohit Shetty has earned a reputation for spectacular stunts, especially with cars. Growing up in a family with a legacy in stunt work—his father, M.B. Shetty, was a renowned stuntman and his mother also performed stunts—Rohit inherited a love for risky action sequences. This passion shines in his films, from Singham to Golmaal, where audiences can expect cars soaring through the air in dramatic fashion. But how exactly are these car stunts achieved, and are new cars really destroyed in the process?
In scenes where we see heroes arriving in flashy cars, brand-new vehicles are often used. Initially, filmmakers used to blur car logos to avoid brand conflicts, but now many luxury car companies collaborate directly with filmmakers, allowing their official logos to be displayed on-screen. These cars are generally used for non-destructive scenes like chase sequences, character entries, or romantic moments. In some cases, filmmakers even customize cars for specific scenes.
For instance, in Singham Again, bulletproof cars were shown as part of Ajay Devgn's task force. These vehicles were customized in collaboration with Ashok Leyland to add a sense of authenticity, making it seem as though Singham had specially ordered these cars for his team’s protection. Similarly, for Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal, a unique motorcycle with a gun mount was custom-designed and remains on display at T-Series’ reception area.
When it comes to explosive scenes where cars are shown blowing up, older vehicles are usually repurposed. These vehicles are repainted to look brand new but are often outdated models that wouldn’t be costly to damage. In action-packed scenes where cars fall off cliffs or get hit by trucks, body doubles for cars are used, similar to actor doubles. For example, if a character is seen in a red BMW, the close-ups are filmed with the actual BMW, but in long shots where the car crashes, an older red sedan like an Esteem or SX4 might be used. After the shoot, these damaged vehicles are sent to a workshop, repaired, and often reused for other films.
Indoor Action Scenes
Indoor action scenes are typically simpler to execute than outdoor scenes, as they are often filmed against a green screen (chroma). Miniature models of cars are sometimes created, with tiny explosives placed inside them to simulate blasts. In scenes where cars appear to be suspended or moving mid-air, they are often tied with wires, which are later edited out. However, directors like Rohit Shetty prefer performing these stunts with real vehicles, enhancing the impact and scale of each scene.
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In high-risk scenes involving explosions, cars are often left driverless. However, when necessary, stuntmen or stuntwomen replace actors in close-ups, jumping out onto cushioned surfaces right before the car crashes or explodes. These professionals are highly trained and bring a level of realism to the stunts, making each sequence thrilling for the audience.
The Magic of VFX
While directors like Rohit Shetty and Siddharth Anand continue to capture large-scale action scenes with real cars, the advent of VFX has made it easier to create grand visuals without high-risk shoots. VFX allows even small scenes to appear larger-than-life, adding intensity to modern action films. This is why audiences are seeing increasingly complex and dynamic action sequences in every new release.