20 times actors had to learn insane skills for a role

14) Hugh Jackman learned singing and dancing for Les Misérables (2012)

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Hugh Jackman faced unique challenges in Les Misérables, where the singing and acting were done live on set. Playing Jean Valjean, he had to deliver emotionally charged songs while performing physically demanding scenes, like the opening sequence where he drags a heavy mast through freezing water while singing Look Down. To prepare, Jackman worked with vocal coaches to improve his breath control and adapt his voice to suit his character’s transformation. His performance earned widespread praise for its passion and precision, proving his versatility as both an actor and a dynamic performer.

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