Chak De! India remains an iconic film for its powerful portrayal of women in sports and Shah Rukh Khan’s inspiring performance as Kabir Khan. We still celebrate the grit and determination of the Indian women’s hockey team and each player leaving a lasting impression. But beyond the team’s victory, do you recall that intense, almost defiant stare Sagarika Ghatge (Preeti Sabarwal) gave SRK at a crucial moment in the film? It was a look that spoke volumes. Now, years later, Sagarika Ghatge has shared some surprising information about that iconic scene. Read on to know more!
Sagarika Ghatge On Shooting Chak De! India With Shah Rukh Khan
In an exclusive interview with Hauterrfly’s The Male Feminist with host Siddhaarth Aalambayan, Sagarika Ghatge opened up about shooting her first scene with Shah Rukh Khan. When the host asked about a tricky scene in the film, she said, “That was my first scene. And I remember I was so nervous because that was the first scene I shot. The earlier scene that we all shot was a group scene. And in group scenes, I don’t talk much.”
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“She (Preeti Sabarwal) didn’t have much to say. She was a quiet character in that way. And that was the scene that I shot, and I was so nervous, but I think it was again him who made it so comfortable. When I think of it, I remember the first time when I did my lines. All he told me was just be yourself, just be who you are, and don’t think about anything else.”
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