Lara DuttaOne of the most beloved actors in Bollywood, he had a terrifying experience early in his career. While shooting a dance scene in the sea for his first film ‘Andaaz’ Akshay Kumarhe was caught by strong waves. The actor struggled to stay steady and safe as the waves grew stronger. He escaped unharmed, but the incident left him shaken and taught him how dangerous shooting in natural environments can be.
Lara Dutta shares the act of saving Akshay Kumar’s life
Speaking to the Asian Television Network Canada, “I went under the water, dressed in leather, I didn’t know how to swim, I sank like a stone.” Luckily, her co-star Akshay Kumar was nearby and managed to get her out in time. The terrifying incident left him in hypothermic shock, forcing the team to stop filming immediately and take him to hospital. The experience had a lasting effect on him, and shaped how he approached his work in the following years. When Akshay later suggested the name ‘Blue’ for an underwater adventure film, Lara admitted that she couldn’t bring herself to accept the role due to her fear of water. She said: “I couldn’t take it,” she admitted, explaining how the incident still haunts her. But Akshay’s simple advice inspired him to face his fear: “Learn swimming.”
Lara Dutta talks about facing fear in her 30s
When Lara turned 30, she found herself facing a challenge that would scare even the bravest. “He asked me to learn diving when I was 30. I said ‘Mai hi pagal mili hoon’ (do you think I’m crazy?),” he laughed, recalling his funny reaction. But instead of leaving, Lara decided to take it as an opportunity to overcome her long-standing fear of water. Taking swimming lessons, she gradually gained confidence and eventually managed to perform the intense underwater scenes of the film, a personal triumph that was an important turning point in her journey.
About ‘Blue’
Released in 2009 and directed by Anthony D’Souza, ‘Blue’ brought together a star-studded cast of Sanjay Dutt, Zayed Khan and Lara Dutta. Although the film did not do well at the box office, it was a significant achievement for Lara.
Lara Dutta’s latest appearance in ‘Ishq-e-Nadaan’
Meanwhile, Lara was last seen in the 2023 film ‘Ishq-e-Nadaan’, a romantic drama that explored stories of love and connection across generations. the director Avish Ghoshthe film was also the protagonist Mohit Raina, Neena GuptaKanwaljit Singh and Shriya Pilgaonkar.
