Allu Arjun’s ‘Raaka’ sets Guinness World Record:37 people captured simultaneously in real-time; 92 cameras used

Allu Arjun and director Atlee’s upcoming film ‘Raaka’ has achieved a Guinness World Record even before its release. The film has officially set the record for ‘Most People Motion-Captured in Real-Time’. 37 artists captured simultaneously The movements of 37 artists were tracked and captured simultaneously in real time during a single session. The group included performers ranging from a four-year-old child to a 70-year-old. Advanced technology brought from Los Angeles To create this large-scale setup, the makers brought advanced technology and equipment from Los Angeles and set up the required facility in India. 92 motion-capture cameras used A total of 92 optical motion-capture cameras were used to complete the film’s motion-capture sessions. Real-time Unreal visualisation, facial capture and advanced network systems were synchronised simultaneously. In a video by Sun Pictures, motion-capture technical director Brian Rausch said that people believe animation can be created simply by pressing a button, whereas that is not the case. Cinematographer GK Vishnu said that the film features several motion-capture characters, with considerable action and interaction between them. Advanced equipment brought in from Los Angeles Director Atlee said that motion-capture stations were available in India, but the larger vision for ‘Raaka’ required a higher-capacity setup. For this, he spoke to Sun Pictures producer Kalanithi Maran. After receiving the producer’s approval, all the necessary equipment was brought to India from Los Angeles and a new base was established. The film’s VFX producer then developed a new motion-capture pipeline and workflow according to ‘Raaka’s’ requirements. Allu Arjun said, “Turning the vision into reality is a major achievement” On this achievement, Allu Arjun said that many people have ideas and vision, but bringing them to life with this level of quality is a major accomplishment. He credited director Atlee, the entire technical team and Sun Pictures for supporting such a large-scale project for its success. Allu Arjun can play 4 roles in the film ‘Raaka’ is a big-budget science-fiction action drama film. According to reports, Allu Arjun may be seen playing four different characters in the film, including the roles of a grandfather, father and two sons. It is also being speculated that the film’s story may be based on the concept of parallel universes, although the makers have not officially confirmed this yet. Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur play the lead roles in the film. Allu Arjun and Atlee are working together on a project for the first time.