Episode 121 - Fitness, Cricket, Cinema and Mental Health with Bollywood's 'Anna' Suniel Shetty

Suniel Shetty is an actor, film producer, and entrepreneur, fondly known as Bollywood's 'Anna'. With a career spanning almost 30 years, he has acted in over 100 films and is the owner of the production house Popcorn Entertainment Private Limited.

The black belt kickboxer entered the Hindi Film Industry in 1992 at the age of 31 with "Balwaan." In 2001, he clinched the Filmfare Award for Best Villain in 'Dhadkan'. Shetty has gracefully evolved in terms of fitness, becoming an inspiration for those seeking a healthier lifestyle.

In the latest episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Suniel Shetty shares his journey from the small town of Mulki in Mangalore to Bollywood. He reveals how he secured his breakthrough without influential connections in the industry. He also discusses his transition from action to comedy films, opting for a more selective filmography.

Shetty delves into his relationship with his father, shedding light on its profound impact on his life. He passionately talks about his love for cricket, addressing the social media trolling faced by his son-in-law, KL Rahul.

The actor also spills the beans on the secret to his physical fitness and reflects on how social media has affected the mental well-being of actors and strategies to cope with it.