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EXCLUSIVE: Lupita Nyong’o Reveals What Intrigues Her About Voice Acting; Calls It a ‘Creative Challenge’ Amid Her Role in The Wild Robot
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EXCLUSIVE: Lupita Nyong’o Reveals What Intrigues Her About Voice Acting; Calls It a ‘Creative Challenge’ Amid Her Role in The Wild Robot

Lupita Nyong’o is a master at what she does. In her career spanning over a decade, the actress has wowed the audience and critics alike. However, one thing to note about her impressive resume is that it not only boasts of characters like Nakia from Black Panther or Red from Us but also shines a light on her voice-acting skills, with The Jungle Book, Star Wars, and the latest addition, The Wild Robot. 

In an exclusive chat with Pinkvilla, the actress shared her love for her craft. She reveals she likes the characters she’s been “offered to play in the world of voice acting.” Though A Quite Place actress points out, “I think I just like acting, and I like to do it in whatever ways I can.” Nyong’o states she believes what makes this particular form of acting “unique” is that it comes with “limitations’ but at the same time, it feels like a “creative challenge” she needs to overcome. Lupita reveals, “I enjoy challenging myself, and growing.”

In her upcoming movie The Wild Robot, Lupita voices the main character, Roz. Finding itself stuck in a deserted place after a crash, the at-the-beginning unfeeling machine forms a bond with the native animals of the island. Nyong’o talks about the ‘evolution’ of her character. She Says, “Roz is this robot that is in her factory settings and as such, her voice in the beginning is very chipper and positive but programmed.”

However, as our beloved main character goes through her arc, it is heard in her voice over time. The actress adds, “As she adapts to this island, her voice changes to kind of reflect those changes that she’s going through.” Lupita was certainly in her element as she revealed she tried to find a way to show Roz’s growth “as subtly as possible” through her acting.

The star-studded cast of The Wild Robot also includes Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, Bill Nighty, Stephanie Hsu, Mark Hamil, and many more talented artists. The Lupita Nyong’o starrer will be out in cinemas on 18th October in India.

ALSO READ: ‘Grief Is Just…’: Lupita Nyong’o Talks About Dealing With Black Panther Co-star Chadwick Boseman’s Loss Years After His Death

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EXCLUSIVE: Shah Rukh Khan’s fitness trainer Prashant Sawant decodes superstar’s mindset; ‘Unko pasina nahi aaya toh…’
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EXCLUSIVE: Shah Rukh Khan’s fitness trainer Prashant Sawant decodes superstar’s mindset; ‘Unko pasina nahi aaya toh…’

Shah Rukh Khan, at 58, is known as one of the fittest actors in Bollywood. Many young actors are inspired by his physique and he has a large fan base. In a conversation with Pinkvilla, his trainer Prashant Shah revealed that the actor’s ‘mindset’ and sports background have a major influence on his fitness. Additionally, Shah Rukh Khan works out for 45 minutes daily and collaborates with his trainer to maintain his fitness regimen as a team.

Fitness has become a major focus for Bollywood actors, with Shah Rukh Khan serving as a significant inspiration. From Om Shanti Om to Pathaan, his 6 or 8-pack abs have set new standards in the industry. His fitness trainer of 20 years, Prashant Sawant, recently had an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, where he revealed the secrets behind Shah Rukh Khan’s impressive physique. 

Sawant explained that the actor maintains a strong mindset that has been consistent over the years and trains like a sportsman, drawing on his background in sports, which has greatly contributed to his fitness. He said, “Unko pasina nahi aaya toh maza nahi aaya, so he like to sweat, toh kuch bhi ho matlab woh khel le ya phir exercise kar le sweat hona unhe bahut pasand hai.” (He likes to sweat; if he doesn’t sweat, he isn’t satisfied, so whether he plays a sport or exercises, sweating is important.) 

Furthermore, he was questioned about King Khan’s fitness regimen. In response, Prashant mentioned that the actor dedicates 45 minutes each day to working on a specific body part and is committed to maintaining his fitness. Additionally, SRK even engages in physical workouts with his trainer. 

Despite his dedication, Shah Rukh has suffered several physical injuries during his film shoots over the years. To recover from one such injury, he sought help from Sawant. Since then, they have been working together as a team on the actor’s physique.

Delving more into the topic, he said, “We fight to repair his body, and we work as a team for his body and because sometimes I need his mindset as help to understand so hum dono bhi unke body ke liye jhagad te rehte hai strategies banate, formula banate aur hum woh process mein kabhi 6 pack ban gaye kabhi 8 pack ban gaye.” (We both fight for his body, make strategies and formulas, and in that process, we make 6 packs of 8 packs for his films).

In the 2023 film Pathaan, SRK’s impressive physique, including his chiseled midsection and bulging biceps, was a major highlight in the blockbuster hit. The celebrity fitness trainer mentioned that they started working on it with the actor in 2018, and continued to connect through video calls during the lockdown to prepare for the physical transformation, which was SRK’s vision. The actor put in a lot of effort to achieve the desired physique.

On the work front, Shah Rukh Khan was last seen in Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki. The actor is now busy filming his upcoming film, King by Sujoy Ghosh, where he will share the screen space with his daughter, Suhana, for the first time. 

ALSO READ: Shah Rukh Khan reveals he wants to play the role of an assassin: ‘I have a new way of playing a bad guy’

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5 Indian actors who could play Eddie Brock in an Indian Venom remake
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5 Indian actors who could play Eddie Brock in an Indian Venom remake

The Venom franchise has captured hearts worldwide with its exciting portrayal of the iconic symbiote, blending sharp humour and intense action. While Tom Hardy’s take on Eddie Brock/Venom is legendary, it’s fun to imagine who could play the role if Venom: The Last Dance was made in India. Here are five stunning stars we think would make the perfect Eddie Brock:
Ajay Devgn
Ajay Devgn has been a pillar of Bollywood’s action-comedy genre, shining in films like Golmaal and Singham. His ability to mix intense action with sharp humour makes him an ideal choice to bring Eddie Brock’s character to life.
Varun Dhawan
Varun Dhawan’s natural charm and comedic timing would make him an interesting Eddie Brock. His ability to balance humour with a tough edge, as seen in Dishoom and Badlapur, would also give Venom a fresh, youthful vibe.
Shahid Kapoor

Known for both romantic roles and intense action in films like Kabir Singh and Haider, Shahid Kapoor could seamlessly transition into Eddie Brock’s dark, conflicted world, bringing emotional depth to the character.
Suriya

  

Suriya’s versatility and commanding screen presence would add another dimension to Eddie Brock. His ability to mix intensity with wit, as seen in Soorarai Pottru, would make him a standout as India’s Venom.
Allu Arjun 
 
With his incredible action skills and undeniable screen charisma, Allu Arjun would own Eddie Brock’s transformation into Venom. His energetic performances in Pushpa and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo prove he could nail Venom’s intense persona and humour.
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