Mumbai: Red Chillies VFX unveiled an eye-opening visual effects breakdown reel for the blockbuster film Dunki, featuring Shah Rukh Khan and directed by Rajkumar Hirani. This four-minute video delves into the intricate world of visual effects, showcasing the seamless blend of reality and CGI that brought Dunki to life on the silver screen. Despite mixed reviews upon its December release, Dunki soared to staggering box office success.
The breakdown video provides a fascinating insight into some of Dunki’s most memorable moments, shedding light on the meticulous visual effects craftsmanship behind each scene. Notably, the poignant finale, where Taapsee Pannu’s character wanders through her childhood village, was meticulously crafted to achieve a single, continuous camera movement, enhancing the emotional depth of the narrative. Furthermore, the video unveils the intricate use of computer-generated fire to heighten the intensity of Vicky Kaushal’s character’s pivotal moment during a visa interview.
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As the protagonists embark on their epic journey to London, viewers are treated to stunning vistas and dynamic environments, many of which were brought to life through CGI wizardry. Despite appearances, the vehicles traversing these landscapes were not physical entities but rather digital creations, seamlessly integrated into the actors’ performances against blue screen backdrops.
However, amidst the breathtaking visual effects, the breakdown video uncovers some surprising revelations. Shah Rukh Khan’s captivating underwater escape from gunfire was not filmed underwater at all. Instead, advanced CGI techniques were employed to simulate the water and create the illusion of immersion. Even more impressively, Shah Rukh’s hair had to be entirely replaced with CGI to achieve the desired wet look, a testament to the attention to detail in the VFX process.
The fan response to the VFX prowess on display in Dunki has been overwhelmingly positive, with viewers praising the realism and artistry of the effects. “The water scene was pure perfection, a testament to great work,” remarked one enthusiast on YouTube, while another hailed the CGI fire as the most realistic they had ever seen. Despite initial critical reception, Dunki emerged as the third-highest-grossing film of Shah Rukh Khan’s illustrious career, raking in over Rs 470 crore worldwide against a production budget of Rs 120 crore.
Indeed, 2023 proved to be a monumental year for Shah Rukh Khan, with Dunki complementing the staggering success of his other ventures, Pathaan and Jawan, each crossing the Rs 1000 crore mark at the global box office.
