During action sequences, I’ve hit people for real, says Daisy

Actor Daisy Shah is riding high on the praise that’s coming her way after the recently released Race 3 trailer. While the film stars several big names including Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor and Jacqueline Fernandez, it’s pleasantly surprising to see Daisy trying to make her own mark. In a candid chat, the actor opens up about being a part of a blockbuster franchise, shooting for fight sequences and working with Anil Kapoor for the first time. It’s exciting. I feel blessed. Since both the films (Race 1 and 2) were hits, hopes are high. Especially when it comes to the audience, they expect a sequel to be a notch higher. Hopefully, people will see that kind of grandeur in the film.

Any special moment from the shoot of the film?

There’s a lot of action sequences in the film and I was looking forward to them, especially the three action scenes that I am a part of.

It’s quite a different genre for you. Was it tough to do action stunts?

Acting is all about action and reaction and a fight shows that in the best way. In a fight sequence, you can’t actually hit a person with whom you are supposed to be fighting. You have to enact and even the reflex has to be precise.

That my hand or my leg has to be a few inches away from the body of the person I am fighting with was the tricky part for me to understand, initially. In the process, I did hit a couple of people (laughs), but thankfully our action masters were good and they said, ‘No worries madam, it happens.’

How was it to work with Salman Khan and Anil Kapoor?

I’ve worked with Salman earlier and it’s great pleasure always. You learn a lot, while working with seniors and Salman being one of the superstars in Bollywood, he knows how the film industry works along with acting and improvisation very well. As for Anil sir, he is extremely focused. When I had a scene with him, he made sure that we did rehearsals for at least 10 times before the shot.

Does it get intimidating at times to share screen with big names?

I did have fears in my first film but not anymore. If you fear, you will not be able to do justice to your role. So, when the camera is on, you’re no more your real self, but you’re playing a character.You should adapt that character’s mannerism.

What about the reports that said there was friction between Jacqueline and you?

I’ve learned one thing, muh hai toh log toh bolenge hi (people will spread rumours). I’d rather work and shut my haters with my work than reacting to what they say. Of course, we have catfights on screen but unfortunately nothing in real life.

Acting is all about action and reaction. In a fight sequence, you can’t actually hit a person with whom you are supposed to be fighting DAISY SHAH ACTOR

After Jai Ho, Daisy Shah will again costar with Salman Khan in Race 3