Tiger Shroff Reveals Aerophobia: Action Star's Hidden Fear of Flying
Despite being Bollywood's go-to action star renowned for performing high-risk stunts with apparent ease, Tiger Shroff has recently disclosed a personal fear that starkly contrasts his powerful on-screen persona. The actor, celebrated for his athletic prowess and chiselled physique, confessed that he suffers from aerophobia, a fear of flying, and is actively considering therapy to address this anxiety.
From Heropanti to Aerophobia: The Actor's Journey
Interestingly, Tiger Shroff's career trajectory has been dominated by action-heavy roles since his debut in Heropanti (2014), directed by Sabbir Khan. From blockbuster hits like War to the successful Baaghi franchise, he has consistently delivered power-packed performances that reinforce his image as a formidable action hero. This stands in contrast to his father, veteran actor Jackie Shroff, who built a reputation across a wide range of roles in multiple languages throughout his illustrious career.
"I Have Aerophobia... I'm Planning to Go to a Therapist"
During a candid conversation with Lilly Singh, Tiger Shroff opened up about his fear, stating, "I'm actually planning to go to a therapist because I have aerophobia." He explained that the phobia intensified after a particularly turbulent flight experience a couple of years ago. "I was on a very turbulent flight and... I don't have control over a turbulent flight, right? What do I do?" he recounted. The actor revealed that this incident has led to persistent anxiety, with him experiencing dread days before any scheduled flight. "Ever since then, every time I have to board a flight, I have anxiety a couple of days prior. For some reason, I'm still not able to get over that," he admitted.
The Struggle Between Logic and Fear
Tiger Shroff acknowledged that he understands the logical arguments about aviation safety but finds that fear overwhelms reason in the moment. "The statistics say that flying is the safest means of transport. I have spoken to many pilots who all said that turbulence is nothing but just like bumpy roads. That's the analogy they keep giving me. But who's going to tell my mind that? When it happens, it's a different story altogether," he said. This highlights a deeper issue related to his need for control, as he further reflected, "I wish I had control over that. I like controlling every part of my body. I like knowing what I'm doing."
Frustration and Overthinking in Daily Life
The actor also shared that this tendency to overthink extends beyond his fear of flying, seeping into other aspects of his personal and professional life. "Sometimes it's really frustrating because I'm so indecisive at times as well, even about how to schedule my day so that I can maximise my potential," he confessed. This admission provides a glimpse into the challenges he faces off-screen, despite his disciplined and controlled public image.
Recent Work and Future Plans
Tiger Shroff was last seen in Baaghi 4, continuing his streak in the action genre. His revelation about aerophobia adds a humanizing layer to his star persona, showing that even those who perform daring stunts on film can grapple with common fears. As he considers therapy, fans and observers await to see how he manages this personal challenge while maintaining his status as one of Bollywood's top action stars.
