Vietnamese Sword Experts Trained Hundreds for Nikhil Siddhartha’s ‘Swayambhu’ Climax Shoot
In a major revelation highlighting the scale and ambition of director Bharat Krishnamachari’s upcoming historical action epic Swayambhu, sources have confirmed that Vietnamese sword-fighting experts were flown into India to train hundreds of stunt artistes for the film’s massive climax sequence. The movie, starring Nikhil Siddhartha, Samyuktha, and Nabha Natesh, has been in production for nearly two years and is now officially wrapped.
The action-heavy climax — shot over 60 days at Annapurna Studios, Hyderabad — required intense preparation and choreography due to its unprecedented scale, involving several hundred stunt performers, multiple combat setups, and a detailed recreation of historical warfare.
Nikhil Siddhartha Mastered Dual-Sword Combat
It is already widely known that Nikhil Siddhartha trained in Vietnam specifically for Swayambhu. His preparation included:
- Advanced martial arts training
- Dual-sword combat proficiency
- Intensive physical conditioning
According to crew members, Nikhil reached a level where he could “fight with a sword in either hand with precision and speed.”
But now it has been confirmed that the magnitude of training extended far beyond the lead actor.
Hundreds of Artistes Received Training from Vietnamese Masters
A source close to the production told IANS:
“A team of Vietnamese sword-fighting experts was flown in to train stunt artistes who shot for the film. Several hundred artistes were part of the enormous climax sequence that was filmed over 60 days.”
This level of coordinated action staging is rare in Indian cinema, putting Swayambhu in the league of large-scale epics.
Film Wrapped After a Massive 170-Day Shoot
Producers Bhuvan and Sreekar of Pixel Studios announced that Swayambhu has completed filming after:
- Two years of development
- 170 days of principal photography
Presented by Tagore Madhu, the film is Nikhil Siddhartha’s most ambitious project to date — made on the highest budget of his career.
To mark the wrap, the makers released a video titled “Rise of Swayambhu”, offering a glimpse into the film’s world-building, training process, and large-scale production.
A Pan-India Epic Rooted in India’s Cultural Heritage
Swayambhu explores chapters of India’s past that extend beyond conventional tales of royalty. At its core is the story of a formidable warrior whose courage shaped a transformative era.
Key highlights revealed so far:
- Story rooted deeply in Indian cultural heritage
- Exploration of forgotten legends and ancient power structures
- Nikhil’s complete physical transformation
- Horse-riding sequences featuring his horse Maruthi
- Nikhil dubbing in Hindi for more authenticity
Big Names Behind the Camera
The technical crew includes some of India’s finest:
- KK Senthil Kumar (Cinematography)
- Ravi Basrur (Music)
- M. Prabhaharan & Raveendra (Production Design)
With Samyuktha and Nabha Natesh as the leading ladies, the film further gains commercial and emotional depth.
Worldwide Release on Maha Shivratri — February 13, 2026
Positioned as a Pan-India theatrical spectacle, Swayambhu will release worldwide on Maha Shivratri 2026, aligning with its spiritual and historical themes.
Final Thoughts from TheTrendingPeople.com
Swayambhu is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious historical action epics in recent Indian cinema. With Vietnamese sword masters training hundreds of artistes, a demanding multi-month shoot, and a formidable technical team backing Nikhil Siddhartha’s transformation, the film embodies the rising scale of Pan-India storytelling. Its blend of heritage, martial artistry, and cinematic grandeur positions Swayambhu as a potential breakout hit of 2026. As anticipation surges, audiences across languages are eager to witness the saga of a warrior who promises to redefine big-screen action.