Saina, a story about perseverance,
dreams and passion has inspired audiences around the country to take the first
step towards their dreams. The movie celebrates the winning jazba of a little
girl from Haryana who goes on to become the first Indian badminton player to
win a medal at the Olympics. The very talented Parineeti Chopra shares her
experience of preparing for the film, her conversation with Priyanka Chopra on
the role, and all that she learnt through the journey. A must-watch for anyone driven
by passion, catch the World Television
Premiere of Saina on Zee Cinema on 25th July, 12noon.
1. Sports biopics are the hardest to train
for, what was your journey like while training for Saina?
- It definitely was a challenge because even back in school, I was more
inclined towards academics and the creative side of things. To perfect the
role, I had to get into the mind of being an athlete. I went through a lot of
training to understand the body language and techniques of an ace shuttler.
Saina, and the team that coached me, were great and I’m grateful that they were
so supportive throughout. It really helped me bring out that authenticity for the character. It took me 6 months to understand the nuances of
Badminton and only then did I go on the set. The excitement and nervousness
made this whole experience very memorable.
2. Tell us about your takeaway from
Saina’s life.
Her life screams
perseverance. Her resilience and unbreakable spirit have inspired an entire
nation. This movie gave me the opportunity to learn a little more about Saina
as a person. Skill aside, an athlete’s mindset is an unmatched weapon. That
fighting spirit, passion and never give up attitude is something that I look up
to.
3. In the movie Saina’s family, coach and
friends were her strong support system. Who is the constant support in your
life?
My
family is my constant source of encouragement. I have really come to realize
how important family is in life and it has resonated with me even more
during the pandemic. Even when things get tough and seem hopeless,
it is our family and friends that pull us through. In the long run, it is this
unconditional love and constant support that becomes our armour and lets us
take on any battle fearlessly.
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