Vijay Deverakonda discusses the physical strain he faced while filming *Liger*, describing extreme measures taken to cope with the production demands. He recalls that, at times, he was “licking” an ice cube to manage thirst rather than drinking water during late pre-shoot hours.
Deverakonda also says he drastically reduced his daily intake as part of his regimen. He describes starting with a much higher consumption, then cutting down to around 200 ml a day, after earlier intake of several liters. He adds that these practices affected both his mental and physical performance during shooting, and that after the shoot he craved hydration such as coconut water.
Across the reports, outlets highlight his quotes about avoiding water in the period before filming, with Deverakonda characterizing the approach as “not healthy.” The accounts focus on the same theme: dehydration and thirst-management during the final stretch of shooting.
