Most of the actresses who make a successful debut in south dream to share the screen with Superstar Rajinikanth or the Khan trio. But here’s Amyra Dastur who is all set to act along with none other than Jackie Chan for the film Kung Fu Yoga. The three-film old actress says she is over the moon and that she couldn’t have asked for more. The lanky beauty has already shot 10 days for the movie, and will join the crew for the next schedule soon in Beijing.
Sharing the excitement, Amyra says, “It was my casting director who told me that I was chosen for the film which has Jackie Chan in the lead. Initially I thought he was kidding. My joy had no bounds when I knew that it was for real — I’m going to act with my ever-favourite Jackie Chan — the feeling is beyond words. I will be meeting him soon; I feel like I’m on top of the world.”
The actress will be seen portraying an Indian girl, and she has to perform lots of action sequences. The makers briefed her on a few interesting facets of Indian culture and history to help her relate more to the character.
Amyra has already started training in Kung Fu to pull off the death-defying stunts for Kung Fu Yoga. “I have been practising for two hours a day now. The working time will be more once I join the crew in Beijing. I will have a trainer there and will start vigorous sessions, which I’m looking forward to. Apart from this, pilates, yoga and weight training help me keep fit,” she smiles.
Having said that, Amyra who debuted in south opposite Dhanush in Anegan says she had to bid goodbye to two Telugu flicks for accepting this film. She was supposed to foray into Tollywood with a film of Puri Jagannadh and another movie with Manchu Vishnu. But, the actress feels that her decision will pay off, and will work wonders for her career.
Amrya says she is nervous as well as elated over meeting Jackie in a few days. Quiz her on how she will react when she meets the superstar of Asia, pat comes the reply, “I’m curious about his reaction when we meet. I want to invite him home for dinner and serve him Parsi cuisine,” she chuckles in conclusion.
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