Hrithik Roshan emerged triumphant at the prestigious IIFA Awards 2023 held in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, as he was honored with the trophy for Best Actor in a Leading Role. The coveted award was presented to him for his remarkable performance in the action-packed film ‘Vikram Vedha’, where he shared the screen with the talented Saif Ali Khan.
Pictures and videos capturing the special moment of Hrithik receiving the award have swiftly made their way online, causing excitement among fans worldwide. In his heartfelt acceptance speech, Hrithik expressed his gratitude, remarking, “I have lived with Vedha for many years now. It began right here in Abu Dhabi. I gave my first shot as Vedha here…it feels like life has come full circle to me.”
Reflecting on the transformative experience of portraying Vedha, Hrithik continued, “Vedha helped me unleash madness inside me which I did not know existed. Thank you, universe, and thank you, Vedha, for helping me discover that madness and the strength to hold onto it.” He concluded his speech by conveying his appreciation to his supporters, stating, “I love you guys…I will never take you for granted.”
‘Vikram Vedha’ is an official Hindi remake of a Tamil project bearing the same title, which originally starred R Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi in the lead roles. The film boasts a captivating narrative filled with twists and turns, following the journey of Vikram, a determined police officer portrayed by Saif Ali Khan, as he tracks down and pursues the notorious gangster Vedha, played by Hrithik Roshan. As the plot unfolds, Vedha, a master storyteller, assists Vikram in peeling back layers through a series of narratives that lead to thought-provoking moral ambiguities.
The remake of ‘Vikram Vedha’ has been skillfully directed by Pushkar and Gayathri, the same creative duo behind the original Tamil version. During his acceptance speech, Hrithik took a moment to acknowledge their contribution, giving a shout-out to the talented directors.
Looking ahead, Hrithik Roshan is set to showcase a different facet of his acting prowess in the upcoming film ‘Fighter’, which also stars the brilliant Deepika Padukone. Additionally, fans can anticipate the highly anticipated sequel ‘War 2’, where Hrithik will share the screen with Jr NTR, further amplifying the excitement surrounding his future projects.
With his captivating portrayal in ‘Vikram Vedha’ and his upcoming ventures on the horizon, Hrithik Roshan continues to enthrall audiences with his remarkable performances and cement his status as one of Bollywood’s most celebrated actors.