You know it’s going to be an interesting conversation when you’re sitting across Bollywood’s beloved ‘bhidu,’ Jackie Shroff. Warm, effortless, and instantly welcoming, he has a way of making even a first meeting feel like an old friendship. Our Editor-in-Chief, Kamiya Jani, recently got the chance to share a meal with the actor, and here’s how the memorable conversation unfolded.
Jackie Shroff’s Epic Daily Routine Comes With A Warning!
Kamiya met Jackie Shroff at Gallops, a lush green space in Mumbai that perfectly matches Jaggu Dada’s love for nature, and is one of his favourite spots in the city as well. Known for his passion for plants, the actor, who is nearly 69, is equally admired for his fitness and youthful energy.
Curious about how he maintains it, Kamiya asked about his daily routine. In classic Jackie style, he laughed and replied, “Mera routine follow karega toh band bajj jaayega.”
He went on to reveal that he usually gets around six hours of sleep but often turns lazy after that. The actor also admitted to having a major sweet tooth and confessed to indulging in desserts late at night. And with mango season in full swing, he shared that he has been relishing the fruit a little too much. “Itna daba raha hun ki side se pait bahar aa gaya hai,” he candidly joked.
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Says Parents Should Also Listen To Their Kids!
Jackie Shroff shared that he stays healthy because he works out regularly, though he jokingly credited his children for keeping him on track. “Bache log ne bola hai toh karna padta hai,” he said, before adding, “Bacho ka sunna chahiye,” emphasising that it’s just as important for parents to listen to their children as it is the other way around.
He also joked that while people can follow his workout routine, they should definitely avoid copying his sweet-eating habits. When asked about his favourite desserts, the actor enthusiastically rattled off a long list—from jalebi and gulab jamun to ras malai, mawa cake, kheer, phirni and sheera, proving he has quite the sweet tooth.
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What is Jackie Shroff’s real name?
His real name is Jaikishan Kakubhai Shroff.
Why is Jackie Shroff called ‘Jaggu Dada’?
The nickname comes from his popular screen persona and his affectionate, down-to-earth image among fans.