New Delhi, April 15, 2013-To make the film look as authentic as possible, the makers of Mary Kom biopic are leaving no stone unturned. According to the recent report, they are keen to rope in professional boxing coaches to train Priyanka Chopra.
Priyanka is said to be receiving training from Sameer Johal, Farhan Akhtar’s trainer for Bhaag Milkha Bhaag as of now for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s biopic on the Olympic medallist. In addition, Rob Miller, sports action director ofChak De! India, has also been brought on board.
“Boxing requires high levels of stamina, so Sameer seemed an apt choice. Rob’s expertise in sports direction will contribute immensely,” a leading publication quoted a source as saying.
The report also suggests that the producers are keen on roping in either a professional boxing coach or one who has worked with the best films in the genre (like Rocky and Million Dollar Baby). They are even considering working with someone who has trained national boxing champions.
