Exclusive - Vijayendra Kumeria talks about the prep he did for his role in Juhi Mui: says 'Observed cops and worked on my physique'

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Vijayendra Kumeria has successfully made a name for himself on TV with his strong characters and convincing performances time and again. He has played a variety of roles over the years, showing his versatility and winning a loyal fan following. The actor is all set to make his comeback on TV with upcoming show Juhi Mui where he will be seen in the role of a police officer for the first time.
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Playing a cop is one of the exciting parts in the project for Vijayendra. He may not have any formal training for the part, but he made sure to do his homework in other ways to make the character feel authentic. "I didn't go for any training for the role, but yes, I have been observing cops in real and reel," Vijayendra shared.

The actor also worked on his physical appearance to fit the part. He has been working on building a stronger physique in the last few months and has made noticeable changes to his look. "I worked on my physique in the last few months. I have gained more muscle for this character, and I have grown a moustache for the first time," he said.

Known for experimenting with his appearance in different shows, Vijayendra revealed that this transformation is among the most dramatic ones he has attempted. "I always like to change my look in my shows, and this time it is quite drastic," he added.

Talking about his character in Juhi Mui, Vijayendra described him as a straightforward and fearless police officer who takes his duty seriously. At the same time, the character has a compassionate side that sets him apart. "He is a no-nonsense guy… he is a kadak policewala who is tough with criminals but at the same time has a soft heart. He is not a very complicated person, and he doesn't judge anyone like normal people do in our society," he explained.