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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
Suniel Shetty talks about working with Jackie Shroff in 'Hunter S2': 'Personally, it was tough for me...'
Mumbai: Actor called his 'Hunter S2' co-star a 'brilliant natural actor with a great voice, aura, and presence that's unmatched.' Shedding light on his experience working with Jackie, Suniel said, "So many people have always hero-worshipped Jaggu Dada, and I've admired him for years too. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Personally, it was tough for me to go head-to-head with him in action scenes. But I had to block out the personal rapport and focus on our characters in the show." Admiring the 'Hero' actor's charismatic persona, he added, "Dada is a brilliant natural actor, with a great voice, aura, and presence that's unmatched. It takes a lot to stand up to him, even if it's on screen. But I believe when you work with the best, you deliver your best." In the second season of the action entertainer, Vikram Sinha (played by Suniel), a suspended special investigations officer, is caught on a relentless mission to rescue his daughter from a shadowy arms dealer only known as the Salesman (played by Jackie). Recently, Suniel opened up about his conscious effort to bring extra depth to his character in 'Hunter 2.' During an exclusive interaction with IANS, Suniel said that everything about his character—body language, appearance, and emotions—has evolved. He shared, "I am very different in this season. The body language is different. The look is different. The emotions are different. Carefree and careless, Vikram Sinha was in the first. Here, it is more about family. And that is his only objective. There is no disturbance, but no other distraction in his life. He wants his daughter back, and at any cost. He will go to any lengths to get that happening. So, I think that itself is a beautiful moment. " 'Tu Meri...' Set Diaries: Kartik Aaryan & Jackie Shroff Warm Moment With Subhash Ghai With Suniel and Jackie in the lead, 'Hunter Season 2' boasts an ensemble cast with , Barkha Bisht, , , and in prominent roles, along with others.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Suniel Shetty hails son-in-law, KL Rahul as his inspiration, says daughter Athiya is "blessed" to have him
Suniel Shetty praises son-in-law KL Rahul as an inspiration, admiring his focus, respect, confidence, and hard work. He says Athiya is blessed to have Rahul, whom the family considers a true blessing. Meanwhile, Suniel stars in the series "Hunter 2," playing inspector Vikram. Suniel Shetty often praises his son-in-law, the Indian cricket star KL Rahul . He consistently supports him and celebrates his impressive achievements on the cricket field. Recently, in an interview, the actor expressed how much he admires Rahul and finds him to be a great source of inspiration. Three qualities Suniel values most in KL Rahul Talking to Instant Bollywood, Suniel revealed the three qualities he values most in KL Rahul. He mentioned Rahul's unwavering focus, which has been evident since his childhood ambition to represent India. Shetty also admired his respect for everyone he meets and his remarkable confidence. Highlighting Rahul's dedication, Suniel said that Rahul mentions, "Aap mujhe 1 pe khilao chahe 5 pe, main khelunga aur country ke liye khelunga. " He went on to praise Rahul's hard work and expressed how much of an inspiration he is, adding that despite being his father-in-law, his admiration remains unchanged; he was a fan even before the familial bond and continues to be one. A family blessed by KL Rahul's dedication The actor expressed his admiration for Rahul by saying he loves the way Rahul plays his sport. He shared that his mother always advised that a daughter should marry someone who would love her even more than her own parents do, and for Athiya, that person is Rahul. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Suniel frequently tells Athiya that she is fortunate to have a husband like Rahul. He also considers himself fortunate to have Rahul as a son and believes Ahaan is lucky to have him as a brother-in-law. Suniel emphasized the use of the word "blessed," explaining that only the Lord can grant such blessings, and their family has been blessed through Rahul. Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul's relationship Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul made their relationship public in 2021. Following several years together, they celebrated their marriage with a close-knit gathering of friends and family on January 23, 2023. Earlier this year, the couple became parents to their daughter, Evaarah. Suniel Shetty's role in the series 'Hunter 2' Meanwhile, Suniel Shetty was recently seen in the ongoing series "Hunter 2," directed by Prince Dhiman and Alok Batra. The cast also includes Jackie Shroff , Anusha Dandekar, and Barkha Bisht in major roles. The plot centers on Shetty's character, Vikram, an inspector who is shocked when he receives a call from his daughter, believed to be dead, revealing she is actually in the hands of the enigmatic 'Salesman,' portrayed by Jackie Shroff.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Suniel Shetty reacts to backlash, says Athiya warns him about controversial remarks
Actor Suniel Shetty, who has recently faced criticism for his remarks in multiple interviews, has admitted that his daughter Athiya Shetty often pulls him up for making controversial statements. The actor said Athiya regularly monitors his public comments and reminds him to steer clear of anything that might land him in a new interview with Zoom, Shetty said, 'I avoid controversial questions during promotional activities. I'm the kind of person who sometimes wants to answer, and then I mess up. And then I have Athiya at home saying, 'Papa, why did you talk? Just say no comment!' She keeps reminding me not to say anything that could get us into trouble the next day. She tracks all my interviews, and honestly, that's the only person I fear. The best thing for a man to have is a baby girl in his life.'advertisementThe actor had earlier drawn backlash for saying that a husband should build his career while the wife takes care of the child. In an interview with Pinkvilla, he said, 'Marriage after a while becomes a compromise where you have to understand each other. Then a child comes into the picture, and the wife needs to understand that if the husband is building his career, she will need to take care of the child. Of course, the husband will also be involved. But these days, there is just too much pressure in everything.' His comments were widely criticised online, with many labelling them as outdated and May, Suniel was also slammed for praising his daughter Athiya for choosing natural childbirth over a C-section. He told News18, "In a world where everybody wants the comfort of having a caesarean baby, she chose not to do that and had a natural delivery.' Many felt that his statement undermined the validity and necessity of C-sections for some the backlash, Suniel remains active in his acting career. He currently stars in 'Hunter 2' alongside Anusha Dandekar and Jackie Shroff, streaming on MX Player. He will be seen next in 'Welcome To The Jungle', an ensemble comedy film featuring Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, and others. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film is expected to release later this year.- EndsTrending Reel
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Suniel Shetty On How Athiya Shetty Scolds Him For Media Controversies: ‘She Reminds Me...'
Last Updated: Suniel Shetty said that Athiya Shetty monitors all of his media interactions and tells him not to say anything that could lead to trouble. Suniel Shetty is back on your screens with Hunter 2 and has been busy promoting the series for some time now. In one of his latest interactions, Suniel Shetty mentioned how his daughter Athiya Shetty reacts to his media appearances. The actor added that Athiya frequently scolds him for answering contentious questions in interviews. He stated that she monitors all of his media interactions and tells him not to say anything that could lead to trouble. In an interview with Zoom, Suniel Shetty shared, 'I avoid controversial questions during promotional activities. I'm the kind of person who sometimes wants to answer, and then I mess up. And then I have Athiya at home saying, 'Papa, why did you talk? Just say no comment!' She keeps reminding me not to say anything that could get us into trouble the next day. She tracks all my interviews, and honestly, that's the only person I fear. The best thing for a man to have is a baby girl in his life." Suniel Shetty Back With Hunter 2 Suniel Shetty is now seen in Hunter 2, which is available on Amazon MX Player. In the sequel, Suniel Shetty's character, ACP Vikram Sinha, is on a mission to save his daughter, who has been kidnapped by the mysterious villain known as The Salesman, played by Jackie Shroff. The season dives further into Vikram's history and personal issues as he navigates a complex world of crime and corruption. The story follows a father's struggle to reconcile with his daughter, which includes grief, love, sacrifice and redemption. On the other hand, his daughter, Athiya Shetty's Bollywood career began with her debut film, Hero (2015), a remake of the 1983 classic in which she co-starred with Sooraj Pancholi. She later appeared in Mubarakan (2017), a comedy-drama about two friends who were born on the same day and were swapped at birth. In Motichoor Chaknachoor (2019), Athiya portrayed a young woman wanting to marry an NRI, demonstrating her acting versatility and confidence. After this, she has been away from the industry. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Suniel Shetty says daughter Athiya Shetty scolds him for his controversial remarks in interviews: ‘Why did you talk?'
Actor Suniel Shetty has been facing criticism for comments made in recent interviews. In May, he was slammed for praising his daughter Athiya Shetty for choosing a natural birth over a C-section, and more recently, he was called out for saying, 'The husband should build the career.' Now, in a new interview with Zoom, the actor admitted that Athiya often scolds him for such remarks. Suniel Shetty reveals Athiya Shetty's reaction to his controversial comments in interviews. Suniel Shetty reveals Athiya Shetty scolds him for controversial remarks Suniel shared that Athiya keeps tabs on everything he says publicly and regularly advises him to avoid controversies. 'I avoid controversial questions during promotional activities. I'm the kind of person who sometimes wants to answer, and then I mess up. And then I have Athiya at home saying, 'Papa, why did you talk? Just say no comment!' She keeps reminding me not to say anything that could get us into trouble the next day. She tracks all my interviews, and honestly, that's the only person I fear. The best thing for a man to have is a baby girl in his life,' he said. In a previous interview with Pinkvilla, Suniel was criticised for saying that a wife should understand her husband's career needs after childbirth. 'Marriage after a while becomes a compromise where you have to understand each other. Then a child comes into the picture, and the wife needs to understand that if the husband is building his career, she will need to take care of the child. Of course, the husband will also be involved. But these days, there is just too much pressure in everything,' he had said. His statement drew backlash online, with many calling him 'misogynistic' and out of touch with modern parenting dynamics. Suniel Shetty's upcoming work The actor is currently seen in the new season of his web series Hunter 2, which also stars Anusha Dandekar and Jackie Shroff. The show is available to stream on MX Player. He will next appear in Welcome To The Jungle, alongside Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta and others. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film is slated for release later this year.
