Vineet Kumar Singh’s Mukkabaaz is one of the most powerful and hard-hitting films in Indian cinema. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the film not only showcased Vineet’s acting prowess but also highlighted his dedication and passion for storytelling. As the film completes seven years since its release, here are five lesser-known facts about Mukkabaaz that make the movie even more inspiring:

1. Vineet Kumar Singh Co-Wrote the Story of Mukkabaaz

Most people know Vineet as the lead actor of Mukkabaaz, but what many don’t realize is that he also co-wrote the film’s script along with his sister, Mukti Singh Srinet. Vineet also wrote two song in Mukkabaaz one the most famous rap song ‘PAINTRA’ and another one is ‘Adhura Mai’. Vineet crafted a tale that delves deep into the struggles of a lower-caste boxer navigating societal hurdles. This collaboration between the siblings brought a personal touch to the film, making it more authentic and heartfelt.

2. Vineet’s Real-Life Fight with Professional Boxer Neeraj Goyat

Unlike most sports films, where fight scenes are carefully choreographed, Mukkabaaz took a different route. The boxing scenes in the film were real, and Vineet even fought a professional boxer, Neeraj Goyat, for one of the pivotal sequences. The decision to keep the fights real added rawness to the film, making it more realistic and intense for viewers.

3. No Action Choreography – The Fights Were Completely Real

Most boxing films involve a team of action choreographers for boxing to design the boxing fight sequences. But in Mukkabaaz, there was no such choreography involved in boxing fights. The actors fought for real, which added to the film’s authenticity. Vineet’s commitment to portraying the life of a boxer extended to taking real punches and delivering them as well, making the film’s action sequences gritty and believable.

4. A Two-Month Shooting Break Due to Vineet’s Injury

During one of the fight sequences, Vineet suffered a serious injury. His dedication to keeping the action real took a toll on his health, forcing the production team to pause the shoot for more than two months. Despite the setback, Vineet returned stronger and completed the film with the same passion and energy.

5. Vineet’s Journey Mirrors Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Story

There’s an interesting parallel between Vineet Kumar Singh and Hollywood legend Sylvester Stallone. Just like Stallone wrote the film Rocky for himself and played the protagonist Rocky Balboa. Same way Vineet also wrote Mukkabaaz and played the protagonist Shravan Kumar Singh in the film. Stallone sold his dog for his film, Vineet sold all his belongings for Mukkabaaz.
Both actors faced numerous challenges in their respective journeys but persevered to bring their stories to life, making them an inspiration for aspiring actors and storytellers.

Even after seven years, Mukkabaaz remains a milestone, largely due to Vineet Kumar Singh’s unforgettable performance. His portrayal of Shravan Singh continues to inspire, proving why he is one of the most talented actors in Indian cinema. His upcoming films include Chhaava alongside Vicky Kaushal, SuperBoys of Malegaon, and Jaat, where he shares the screen with Sunny Deol. With this impressive pipeline, Vineet continues to solidify his position as one of the most versatile and bankable actors in the industry.