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Baaghi Is My Version Of The Ramayana

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Baaghi Is My Version Of The RamayanaAnother interesting casting that caught our attention was Tiger’s guru in the film. Where did you find him?

Oh that was a tricky one. Where would I find an actor to play a 70 year old Kalaripayattu guru, someone who would eventually train Tiger’s character and be the guiding light to him.

I was very worried that I’d have to cast an actor and make believe that he knew the art and was as fit as a teenager, I was scared of falling flat on my face.

Fortunately as my team was doing all the research on Kallari we came across Grand Master Shifuji. If you Google him he has many shining talents to his credit and I would not be able to do justice to him by mentioning only a few.

I want to credit Sajid bhai on introducing him to me for some in-depth research on Kallari. At first I wanted him to come board just as a consultant and mentor to Tiger for the Kallari part.

But as we spent a lot of time together and went through the physicality of the art form I started thinking what if I cast him. It couldn’t get more authentic than that. And Shifuji is an amazingly inspiring man in real life.

I told Sajid bhai my intention and though he was skeptical at first he came around to the idea sooner that I thought because genuinely we were worried about who could play that part.

When I told Shifuji what I was thinking he said ‘I am not an actor’ I said you leave that to me just do what you do and be yourself

Action in Baaghi is a mix of martial arts and close quarter combat

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Action in Baaghi is a mix of martial arts and close quarter combatFrom the time the trailer of Baaghi was launched, the film’s action has been talked about.While Tiger Shroff seems to be surepassing the stuntbaazi of his debut film Heropanti in this Sabbir Khan directorial, Shraddha Kapoor impresses withe her action avatar.As this Sajid Nadiadwala production nears its date with cinemas, here’s looking at what makes the action in this film so thrilling..

Action in Baaghi is a mix of martial arts and close quarter combatAction in Baaghi is a mix of martial arts and close quarter combat
Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bhardwaj, who also trains commandos in various defence organisation s,has donned many haps for this film.

Its not fair for an actor to take body doubles: Tiger Shroff

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Its not fair for an actor to take body doubles: Tiger ShroffActor Tiger Shroff, who promises awe-inspiring action scenes in his new film “Baaghi”, says it’s not fair for an actor to take body doubles.
While the concept of body doubles has existed for long in tinsel town, Tiger told IANS: “I did all the stunt scenes myself because I think it’s not fair for an actor to take body doubles. That’s why I worked so hard and did them myself as much as possible.”
“If there was a body double, I would rather allow him to be the hero of the film. It’s not right to take his credit. I tried my best to be honest to the character,” he added.
“Baaghi” brings back the successful team of the 2014 film “Heropanti” — producer Nadiadwala, director Sabbir Khan and actor Tiger. The film, which is releasing on April 29, is a rebellious love story, and features Shraddha with Tiger for the first time on screen.
Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bhardwaj has mentored Tiger Shroff extensively in Kalaripayattu and the power-packed action sequences before he started shooting for “Baaghi”.
Bhardwaj, who was extremely impressed by Tiger’s hard work, says it was an emotional journey for him.
“When I was roped in, it was my responsibility and liability to prove Tiger at his best.”

It’s all about standing out, says Tiger

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It's all about standing out, says TigerMumbai, April 14 — Tiger Shroff has been training rigorously and has mastered several martial arts forms for his upcoming film, Baaghi.
“I have learnt Kalaripayattu, modern kung fu, Krav Maga and Silat in less than a year. It was challenging, but if you have a master who understands his or her student, he or she can mould you in a certain way and condense what usually takes 10 years,” says the actor.
The 26-year-old has been working closely with ex-commando grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj. Interestingly, Shifuji will be making his acting debut in the movie, as Tiger’s mentor.
“We are always fascinated by on-screen heroes. But when you work with a real-life hero, you feel inspired. This film was mentally and physically challenging for me, but what he (Shifuji) goes through every day is much more gruelling,” says the Bollywood actor.
When asked about the most difficult part of the training process, Tiger says he found Kalaripayattu challenging. “It is the mother of all other martial arts. It’s difficult to learn a martial art form at my age, but I have become calmer after practising it,” he says.
The actor’s debut film, Heropanti (2014), was also high on action. Tiger says he is consciously building an action-hero image for himself in the industry. “It’s all about standing out. When I look at other actors, I think, ‘What am I bringing to the industry? How is it (the industry) benefiting from me?’ I believe that by bringing in my talent in action and stunts, I can make a difference,” says Tiger.

टाइगर श्रॉफ सबको प्रेरित करते हैं: शौर्य भारद्वाज

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टाइगर श्रॉफ सबको प्रेरित करते हैं: शौर्य भारद्वाजमुंबई। प्रमुख कमांडो ट्रेनर ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी शौर्य भारद्वाज ने अभिनेता टाइगर श्राफ की सराहना करते हुए कहा कि वह ऐसे नौजवान अभिनेता हैं जो सबको प्रेरित करते हैं। फिल्म ‘बागी’ में एक्शन सीन के लिए अभिनेता को भारद्वाज ने ही प्रशिक्षित किया है। बतौर अभिनेता यह भारद्वाज की पहली फिल्म भी होगी। ‘बागी’ 29 अप्रैल को बड़े पर्दे पर रिलीज होने वाली है।
भारद्वाज ने कहा, ‘‘ टाइगर अब मेरे परिवार के सदस्य की तरह है। उनकी जो बात मुझे सबसे अधिक प्रेरित करती है वह उनकी ईमानदारी और गरिमा है। नौजवान पीढ़ी में वह देश के सबसे अच्छे अभिनेता हैं। ’’
उन्होंने कहा, ‘‘ वह ऐसे नौजवान अभिनेता हैं जो सबको प्रेरित करते हैं। फिल्म में टाइगर ने ‘कलारीपयट्टू’ मार्शल कला का एक रूप की पवित्रता और विनम्रता को बनाए रखाा है। ’’ भारद्वातज ने कहा कि टाइगर को प्रशिक्षण देना आसान था।
उन्होंने कहा, ‘‘ मैंने उनके साथ पर्दे के पीछे और सामने काफी अच्छा समय बिताया। ’’ भारद्वाज ने कहा कि बालीवुड में एक्शन फिल्म का प्रारूप काफी बदल गया है और अब हम लगभग अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर पहुंच गए हैं।

Father is always tensed about my acceptance with the audience: Tiger Shroff

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Mumbai Actor Tiger Shroff says his father Jackie Shroff, who has enjoyed the adulation of his
fans for years, is always tensed about how the audience will accept him.
“My father is always tensed and scared on how the audience will (react)…accept me or not. Being a son of a talented and great actor like him, there is pressure, and there are expectations. He understands that,” Tiger told PTI.
“Every star son has to face this thing. I work very hard to make my father and mother proud. That is my goal.”
According to Tiger, his father loved the trailer of his upcoming film ‘Baaghi‘.
“My family is very happy about this film. My father doesn’t speak much but I could sense that he is very happy.
The biggest high for me is when my parents are happy.” In his debut film ‘Heropanti’, Tiger stunned everyone
with his action and dancing skills. Now for his second film ‘Baaghi’ the young actor has learnt Kalaripayattu, an ancient martial art form from Kerala.
Chief Commando trainer Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj has trained the 26-year-old actor in Kalaripayattu.
In the film as well, Bharadwaj will be seen as the trainer of Tiger.
“Before I met him (Chief Commando Trainer Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj) there was pressure. My master is a
talented person and praticener of this art. With “Baaghi” we go ahead and treat the audience with something new to watch on screen,” he said.
“I have tried my best to do justice to this art form. Whatever I have learnt so far, I want to up my quotient in
action,” he added. Through ‘Baaghi’ the makers wants to promote this art form practised by warriors.
“It is about going back to our roots and being proud of what we are. We had martial arts form here but don’t know
why people were not using it. Everybody in the East wants to be like West and people in West wants to be like East,” Tiger said.
The film directed by Sabbir Khan also stars Shraddha Kapoor in the lead.

Baaghi: Tiger Shroff enlightens Kung Fu lovers

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Baaghi: Tiger Shroff enlightens Kung Fu loversHigh octane action, flying kicks and intense emotions, Baaghi has it all and Tiger Shroff, the rebel has given life to the power packed scenes.
Set to show breathtaking Kung Fu moves, what’s more interesting is that Tiger was trained under the supervision of Master Shifuji, world’s best commando trainer, who also plays his mentor in the film.
The actor recently made a revelation when he revealed that Kung Fu originated in India!
“Kung Fu is the most ancient of all martial arts — the art of fighting without weapons,” Tiger said, calling it ”the art of fighting without fighting”.
Sharing more about the origin of the martial art form, the actor said, “There are conflicting opinions on the fact that it actually originated from the teachings of an Indian Buddhist monk, Bodhidarma, who arrived in China from India in the 6th century.”
“One thing is for certain that he brought a form of martial arts with him, kalaripayattu, and transformed the newly formed Shaolin temple. The Buddhist monks settled there and dedicated themselves to Kung Fu turning themselves into warrior elite. That’s how it spread among the Chinese and then, the rest of the world,” he added.
The maestro, Bodhidharma is referred to as the ‘Father of Kung Fu’ in the several temples of Shaolin in China.
Known for its diverse cultures and traditions, India has also given one of the most important art forms.
The actor’s passion of various martial art forms made him go through a detailed study on Kung Fu and that’s how he traced its roots back to India.
Kung Fu experts across the country are in awe of Tiger for taking special interest in the martial art form and creating awareness about it.
“Kung Fu masters from across India have been reaching out to the team and are applauding Tiger. They believe that Tiger’s words will help create awareness about the origin of Kung Fu and help promote the form of martial arts,” Sabbir Khan, the director of the film further disclosed.
Sajid Nadiadwala’s Baaghi is a love story which show how two lovers go against all odds for each other. Also starring Shraddha Kapoor, the film is set to woo movie buffs on April 29.

Baaghi Tiger Shroff shows off martial arts skills with Shraddha Kapoor, see pics

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Baaghi Tiger Shroff shows off martial arts skills with Shraddha Kapoor, see pics
Baaghi actor Tiger Shroff, who is known to be a martial arts expert, showed off his skills during the film’s promotions in Mumbai on April 13. He was accompanied by his good friend and co-star Shraddha Kapoor.
Chief Commando trainer Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj has trained the 26-year-old actor in Kalaripayattu. In the film as well, Bharadwaj will be seen as the trainer of Tiger. “Before I met him (Chief Commando Trainer Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj) there was pressure. My master is a talented person and praticener of this art. With “Baaghi” we go ahead and treat the audience with something new to watch on screen,” he said.

Tiger Shroff lauded for spreading Kung Fu awareness

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Tiger Shroff lauded for spreading Kung Fu awarenessMumbai: Actor Tiger Shroff, who has claimed that Kung Fu has its origin in India, is now earning kudos from masters across India for bringing attention to the martial art.
Many of Indian Kung Fu trainers feel that Tiger, who will be seen doing action scenes in his forthcoming film “Baaghi”, can help raise a word around the marital art, says the film’s director Sabbir Khan.
“Kung Fu masters from across India have been reaching out to the team and are applauding Tiger. They believe that Tiger’s words will help create awareness about the origin of Kung Fu and help promote the form of martial arts,” Sabbir Khan said in a statement.
Tiger has performed many Kung Fu moves in “Baaghi”, under the supervision of Grandmaster Shifuji Shaurya Bharadwaj.

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“Baaghi”, which also features Shraddha Kapoor, is set to release on April 29.

टाइगर के असली हीरो हैं ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी

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टाइगर के असली हीरो हैं शीफूजीफिल्म ‘बागी’ के ट्रेलर ने दर्शकों का ध्यान अपनी ओर खींचा है। ट्रेलर में श्रद्धा कपूर पहली बार टाइगर श्रॉफ के साथ ऐक्शन सीन करती नजर आ रही हैं। खासकर टाइगर का ऐक्शन सभी को पसंद आ रहा है।

वैसे इस फिल्म में टाइगर के ऐक्शन खास हो भी क्यों न, आखिरकार उन्होंने इसके लिए ट्रेनिंग भी तो किसी स्पेशल ट्रेनर से ली है। दरअसल, इस फिल्म के साथ नाम जुड़ा है ,ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी शौर्य भारद्वाज का, जो टाइगर श्रॉफ के ऑन स्क्रीन और ऑफ स्क्रीन गुरू हैं। ,ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी शौर्य भारद्वाज किसी पहचान के मोहताज नही हैं। साल 2008 से विश्व के बेस्ट कमांडो ट्रेनर का खिताब जीतने वाले शीफूजी इंडियन आर्मी के सलाहकार रह चुके हैं और ब्लैक केट कमांडो और ईरानियन कमांडो को ट्रेनिंग भी देते हैं।

ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी शौर्य भारद्वाज का नाम बॉलिवुड में ही नहीं, बल्कि हॉलिवुड में भी काफी जाना पहचाना है। लगभग सारे ऐक्शन हीरो उनके साथ अपनी फोटो खिंचवाना शान की बात मानते हैं। ऐसे में ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी शौर्य भारद्वाज के ‘बागी‘ से जुड़ने पर पूरे बी टॉउन में खलबली मची हुई है। इस फिल्म में बड़ी-बड़ी बंदूकें, तलवार या अन्य हथियार न होकर केवल हाथ-पैर को ही हथियार के रूप में इस्तेमाल किया गया है। यह ,ग्रांडमास्टर शीफूजी की ही देन है, जो हथियारों से ज्यादा खुद पर भरोसा करना सिखाते हैं। यही वजह है कि अब टाइगर ने शीफूजी को ही अपना गुरू मान लिया है।