Salaam Rocky Bhai! Meet the canine movie star of Sandalwood

Entertainment By Shashiprasad SM 06/06/2023 Read the article

Rocky, the canine movie star of Sandalwood, has six movies and a short film under his belt. The labrador will also be seen starring in the most-awaited biopic of the year, Sam Bahadur.

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Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the movie stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead. It’s based on the life of Indian Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw.

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“Rocky, who is nine years old, made his acting debut with the Kannada film Kiss (2019). He then acted in five more movies, including Nanna Prakara (2019).” Maridevaru his trainer said.

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His upcoming projects include Sam Bahadur, Dove Master, Yava Mohana Murali Kareyitu, Roni, and a yet-to-be-titled short film.

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Maridevaru explained that in the case of Rocky, almost every film team offered him the best facilities and treated him well.

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The Labrador is owned by Nagendra, a resident of Bengaluru. But Maridevaru handles the film shoots and training.

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According to Maridevaru, Rocky is paid decently up to ₹10,000 per day in case he is required for a few days of the shoot.

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Rocky holds a unique record under his name for balancing 40 to 50 standard-sized biscuits on his nose. It has been recognised by the Limca Book of Records.

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