Bollywood stars Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty have shared the screen in numerous films since the 1990s. From Waqt Hamara Hai (1993) and Mohra (1994) to Dhadkan (2000), Hera Pheri (2000), Awara Paagal Deewana (2002), Phir Hera Pheri (2006), and De Dana Dan (2009), the duo has entertained audiences across genres, particularly with their comedy collaborations. Now, the beloved pair is reuniting in Welcome To The Jungle. As the film's release approaches, Suniel sat down to share his experience working on the third installment of the popular franchise.
Suniel on Akshay's Prankster Nature
While recalling fun anecdotes from the sets, Suniel could not stop praising Akshay's playful side and exceptional sense of humor. "Akshay ke DNA mein hai ungli karna... he has a natural instinct for pulling pranks, and that hasn't changed," Suniel said. "That's why, even while performing a scene, he always tries to bring something different to it. Whether it's acting or action sequences, he adds a touch of humour. There's always an element of fun in the way he approaches things. He looks at a scene very differently from how most of us would."
Admiration for Govinda and Salman Khan
Suniel also spoke about his awe of Govinda and Salman Khan, admiring their unique humor and effortless comic timing. "Take Chichi Bhaiya (Govinda), for example. His sense of humor is in a league of its own. Whenever I shot with him, I would be left amazed, thinking, 'I could never come up with something like that.' And then there's Salman. His dry, straight-faced humor is extraordinary. I think qualities like these are God-gifted. People who possess them, along with a good heart and a good soul, are able to perform the way they do," Suniel added.
Welcome To The Jungle Cast and Release
Welcome to the Jungle is scheduled for release on June 26. Alongside Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty, the film boasts an ensemble cast including Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Aftab Shivdasani, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Kiran Kumar, Zakir Hussain, Vindu Dara Singh, Urvashi Rautela, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Feroze Khan, Puneet Issar, Sudesh Berry, Jeetu Verma, Vrihi Kodvara, Adityaa Singgh, and Bhagya Bhanushali, among others.
