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Israeli actor Tsahi Halvei has no qualms in admitting he is in India looking for collabs. The Fauda star seems to have everything it takes to be a top action hero in Indian films, but, he reveals, his first aim in life was to be a

musician. “It was only when I stumbled upon an opportunit­y to audition for Bethleham in 2012 that I discovered the world of acting,” he says.

Tsahi was born in Israel, but grew up living in five countries before the age of 18, which

exposed him to different cultures at a young age. “But it is Isarel that has taught me to see every disadvanta­ge as an opportunit­y.”

During the pandemic, Tsahi used the time to attend demonstrat­ions that addressed social issues in Israel. “I am someone that is fascinated by life, people and nature, and always aim to be optimistic. I am like a gypsy, a traveller, and an investigat­or of human beings, languages and cultures. Being a Piscean, I am really connected to water, but I have a lot of

fire within.”—JAMAL SHAIKH

First up: List three things nobody knows about you.

1. My guilty pleasure is bread

2. I was a swimmer when I was young,

3. I have two wonderful boys, the elder one is 18 years old, and the younger is 14 months old!

What is the best birthday present you’ve been given?

Two boys, who were born around my birthday.

Would you say you’re an adventurou­s person?

I am. I visited South America when I was young and discovered the art of jewellery making from people on the street and learned Spanish, too.

You enjoy travel. What’s the one place you could go back to over and over again? Thailand.

What are you watching nowadays, and what books are you reading? Right now I am reading an Israeli book called Faith by Dror Nishani. The last movie I saw was The Kashmir Files.

What do you look for most when you are home alone?

I use the time to be creative. And I look forward to seeing my family.

Career-wise, what are you most proud of?

My first movie. But since then, I’m proud of every challenge I took up.

What theme song describes your life right now?

Let Me Entertain You by Robbie Williams.

Finally, describe yourself in a hashtag. #AHumanBein­g

 ?? ?? Tsahi Halevi poses exclusivel­y for this HT Brunch column
Tsahi Halevi poses exclusivel­y for this HT Brunch column

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