Saiyami Kher Prepares For Agni By Training With Real-Life Firefighters

Saiyami Kher is immersing herself in her role as a firefighter for the upcoming film Agni, directed by Rahul Dholakia. To ensure authenticity, she has undergone extensive training with real firefighters. Her visits to Mumbai fire stations have provided her with valuable insights into their demanding routines and mental toughness. Agni, featuring Pratik Gandhi and Divyendu Sharma, will be among the first Indian films to spotlight a female firefighter's life.

Agni, an action drama by Rahul Dholakia, aims to honour firefighters' bravery while highlighting their daily challenges. With Pratik Gandhi and Divyendu Sharma joining Kher, the film promises intense realism. It offers audiences a closer look at those who risk everything for others' safety.

Kher shared her experiences working with Mumbai's firefighters: "as an actor with every film I have done I have gotten to learn a new skill. And I take immense pride in that. Be it horse riding for Mirzya, counting notes like a banker for choked, cricket for ghoomer and now firefighting for Agni! Preparing for this role was deeply inspiring and exciting. Spending time with real firefighters gave me an understanding of how little I knew about firefighters in our city and what all they have to endure. The number of female firefighters also was an eye opener. The training sessions were very exciting. I learned how to handle equipment, did the drills the firefighter do. Seeing the sacrifices these men and women make every day-often at great risk to themselves-was incredibly humbling. We want people witness the world of firefighters and the bravery it takes to do what they do. I wish and hope we have done justice to their commitment."

Scheduled for release later this year, Agni is set to be a significant milestone in Indian cinema. Saiyami Kher's dedication shines through as she portrays an inspiring yet unsung hero in this groundbreaking film.