Here's how Sonakshi Sinha is transforming into Akira

Sonakshi Sinha is sweating it out in the gym these days for AR Murgadoss' Akira. Take a look.

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Sonakshi Sinha
Sonakshi Sinha

Sonakshi Sinha, who's 2015 started with pathetic Tevar, is pulling out all stops to surprise her fans and garner rave reviews for her next act.

The actress is busy preparing for AR Murgadoss' next 'Akira'. The film, as the title explains, is a heroine oriented project with Sonakshi in the lead.

Sonakshi Sinha
Sonakshi Sinha is sweating it out for Akira

Sonakshi plays the role of a misunderstood girl who is forced to fight back when she is pushed to the wall. The movie highlights a strong social message and it focuses on the safety of women.

Sonakshi Sinha
Uff...bruised. Pic: Instagram

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The Holiday girl is working hard to become Akira meaning 'graceful strength' in Sanskrit. Sona is sweating it out in the gym these days. When we spotted her training updated on Instagram, we were mighty impressed.

Channeling my inner Ninja, and yes - Practice makes perfect. #ninjasona #dontmesswithme #booyah #workit #stickit

A video posted by Sonakshi Sinha (@aslisona) on

Akira is the Hindi remake of Tamil hit Mounaguru and will be shot in Mumbai, Pune and Rajasthan. Sonakshi and Murgadoss have teamed up for the second time after Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty.

Akira reportedly, also features Sonakshi's father Shatrughan Sinha. The veteran actor plays her father in the film and guiding force. However, they don't share screen space in the film.

Sonakshi Sinha
Sonakshi Sinha posted this pic after a strenous training session

Sonakshi is training hard for her role which involves some lethal action and stunts. Her preparation for the film includes a 30-day workshop under martial arts experts from Thailand.

Atta girl!