After getting noticed for his stunts in his debut film
"Heropanti", actor Tiger Shroff, who was recently honoured by the
Kukkiwon - World Taekwondo Headquarters in Seoul, is geared up for more
daredevilry in his second film as he feels it's "as important, if not
more important" than one's first movie.
In an interview, the actor has spoken about getting a fifth degree
honorary black belt, his love for self-discipline, his new film and
hopes from the film industry.
Excerpts:
You've recently been honoured with the fifth degree honorary black belt from the Kukkiwon - World Taekwondo Headquarters. Happy?
Very much so. Especially since this is an organization established by
the South Korean government. It's a very special honour because before
me it was given to Shah Rukh Khan sir and Akshay Kumar sir (earlier). I
am so new and so raw compared with them, and yet they thought me worthy
of the honour. Wow!
You may be new but your martial arts skills are that of a veteran!
I am trying. I've been a disciplined student of the martial arts from my
childhood. To me, the discipline required to practice the martial arts
is not just about spending time practising my moves. It's a whole way of
life. My discipline extends to how I live my entire life. I like to
wake up early in the morning and go through the day in a disciplined
way. More than that, I like to keep my thoughts free of negativity and
clear of ugliness. To me, that's real self discipline.
Some would say you are way too restrained for your age?
You mean I am boring? Ha ha. So be it. I'd rather be true to myself and
not let down my parents than live up to an image of someone who is hot
and wild. That would be lying to myself. It's very important for me to
be truthful in what I do.
You've also convinced your father (actor Jackie Shroff) to follow your example of self-discipline?
Yes, he is in many ways, the opposite of me. He is....what's the
word...'bindaas', oblivious to all forms of social restraint. He has
agreed to listen to me finally but only because he needs to get into
shape for his role of the boxer in the Hindi remake of "Warrior".
Apparently you will be seen taking your stunts to the next level in your second film?
Yes, I am again teaming up with Sajid sir (producer Nadiadwala) and
Sabir sir(director Sabir Khan). This time we've to take the action
further than "Heropanti".
Is the post-debut film scary for you?
I'd say the second film is as important, if not more important, than the
first film. Yes, it has to work. Otherwise people would brand me a
fluke or a one-film wonder. Worse, critics would say audiences went to
see my first film because of my father. I wouldn't want to live in my
father's shadow.
Do you think you have improved as a performer since your first film?
That we'll only get to know once the second film releases .I know I've a
long way to go. I look at Hrithik sir (Hrithik Roshan) as my role
model. When I see him on screen, I feel motivated. That's the kind of
personality and performing ability I'd like to develop.
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