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Magazine1-4Final.Qxd (Page 3) SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2016 (PAGE 4) BOLLYWOOD-BUZZ CULTURE “I am thrilled being directed by Aditya Chopra” Ranveer Singh, who is now shooting for Immortal ‘God Shri Parashuram Ji’ Aditya Chopra's Befikre, is unfazed Shiv Charan Dass Sharma to him by Sh Parashurama Ji. about all the attention around him Puranas indicate frequent battles between several rival In Sanskrit Parshu means an ‘axe’, hence Parashurama lit- clans and kingdoms. Shri Parashurama lived within the Hai- and is focusing only on acting. He erary translates as ‘Rama with axe’, Parashurama is sixth Avtar haya kingdom located in modern day Maheshwar; on the banks of Lord Vishnu; son of King Parsenjit’s daughter Renuka spoke to Gaurav Sharma on films, of the Narmada River. The generations of enemity between the (mother) and sapatrishi Sage Jamadagni (father). Shri ‘Kshatriya-Haihaya’ and the Brahmin-Bhargavas from whom life, his favourite directors and more Parashurama left home to please Lord Shiva. Considering Parashurama hailed were mentioned in the Mahabharata. extreme devotion and unending meditation, Lord Shiva According to Mahabharata; once the king Kartavirya of You seem to be the man of the moment. pleased with Parashurama; presented him with Divine Haihaya visited the hermitage of Jamadagni (the father of Sh I am very chilled out with everything happening around weapons; Included was his unconquerable and indestructible Parashurama). At that time Parashurama was away in the for- me. I am happy with the kind of work I am doing and it real- ‘axe’ shaped weapon ‘Parashu’. Lord Shiva advised him to go est. The Sapt-rishi sage served the king with a grand feast. ly gives me immense satisfaction to learn that people are and liberate the mother earth from criminals, murderers, il When the king asked how he was able to do so, Jamadagni loving my work. So everything seems to be going the right behaved people, extremists and all those blind with utter pride. showed him a Kamdhenu calf given to him by Lord Indra; way. Being immortal Parashurama Ji played important roles in which was able to fulfill the wishes of his master. The king being Are box office results and critical acclaim to your Mahabharata and Ramayana and served as trust-worthy advi- greedy stole the sacred animal. Knowing this Parashu- films the reason behind this confidence? sor to Bhishma, Karna and Drona. Shri Parashurama ji is wor- rama was too much in anger and straight way rushed to Not really. I am happy because I am getting the kind of shiped as founder of the Niyogi Bhumihar Brahmins, work I want to do. I am neither confident nor do I want to Chitparam, Daivdnya, Mohyal, Tyasi, Anavil and the royal palace; and killed the mighty king Kartavirya Nambudiri-Brahmins Communities. Parashura- be complacent because my films are working at the box and brought back the sacred calf. His father was too ma is also the Kulguru of Bhardwaj office. I have always wanted to do certain kind of films and much pleased; to see the calf. But was worried to see Gotra. Parashurama ji belongs to a the blood stained ‘axe’ of Parashurama. He cautioned work with some people I have grown up watching and luck- Gaud Brahmin of Bhargav Gotra. The ily I am being able to do both. him to be aware of the violent anger and arrogance of exact birth place of Shri Parashu- the King’s sons. Parashurama accepted the repri- You are also liked by most of your co-stars. rama is controversial’ although I think I am liked by everyone. I have got lots of love from mand of his father and went on a pilgrimage to the history of his ancestory took holy religious places for one year in purifica- everyone, my co-stars, my fans and even those who I haven't place in the Haihaya kingdom tion. Meanwhile, the sons of king Kartavirya worked with and I think it's because I too like and love them. located in modern day Mahesh- I am a very simple person. I love talking to people, interact- war. knew that only Parashurama could have killed ing with them and being a part of the crowd. this is some- There are several unique legends him. In revenge they murdered Jamadagni and thing I have learnt from my father. Love is the biggest associated with the life of Sh Parashu- took his head with them. When Parashurama strength a person has with which he can overcome all bar- rama Ji. Being Chiranjivi (immortal) he returned; he found his mother crying hysteri- riers. I am never uncomfortable interacting with people. I interacted with different Hindu Gods cally next to the dead body of his father. Furi- can keep chatting with anyone for hours. In fact, I enjoy occurring in different yuga. According to ously, Parashurama hunted down the sons of Kar- doing that. Puranas, Parashurama went to Himalayas tavirya at the palace. He killed all of them and You are also known to be hyper energetic. to pay respect to his teacher; Lord Shiva while returned home with the head of his father and con- Yes, I think that is what keeps me going. I can't sit idle travelling his path was blocked by Ganesha; son ducted the cremation. and that why you will find me talking to people all the time. of Lord Shiva and Parvati. Parashurama threw In another legend in the Ramayana, Parashura- that gives me a lot of positive energy. It is my way of keep- his axe at Ganesha. God Ganesha knowing the ma had given the bow of Lord Shiva to the father of weapon had been given to Parashurama by his ing myself energised. I try to look at the positive side of life Princess Sita for her Swayamvar. As a test of worthi- father; allowed it to dis-join his left tusk. Moth- and that's why I am always seen doing something. ness suitors were asked to lift and string the mystic er Parvati was too much in anger and declared weapon. None were successful except Ram, but in the You have been part of some really good films in she would cut off the arms of Parashurama and the last few years. process of being strung the bow broke in half. This took the form of omnipotent Durga. But at last produced tremendous sound that reached the ears of (Laughs) I think I have been really very lucky to have got moment Lord Shiva was able to pacify her; by Parashurama as he meditated atop the Mahendra the chance. But more than anything, I would say I was giv- making her understand that the Avtar (Parashu- mountains. As per the Valmiki Ramayana, Parashura- en the chance. I don't come from a family of actor. I was rama) is her own son. Parashurama also asked her very new to the industry but I got spotted by the right peo- forgiveness and she finally gave up harsh intension; ma stopped the journey of Sh Rama and his family after ple and then some really good directors showed their faith When Ganesha himself spoke on behalf of the war- his marriage with Sita. Parashurama threatened to kill in me. I am lucky to have worked with Yash raj Films and rior-saint. Parashurama gave his divine ‘axe’ to Sh Rama and his father. King Dasharatha begs him to filmmakers like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Maneesh Sharma, Ganesha and blessed him. Because of this Lord forgive his son and punish him instead. Parashura- Vikramaditya Motwane and Aditya Chopra. Ganesha is also called ‘Ekadanta’. ma neglects Dasharatha and invokes Sh. Rama for a You have become a favourite with Sanjay Leela Once Lord Shiva challenged Shri Parashurama to challenge. Shri Rama meets his challenged and tells him Bhansali. a battle, to test his skills in warfare. Both were that he does not want to kill him because he is a Brah- I really enjoy working with him. He is one of the few great locked in a fierce battle which lasted for twenty min; and related to his Guru Vishwamitra Maharishi. directors we have in the country. He is in fact an artist and one days. While plunging to avoid being hit by the But he destroys his merits earned through terrible knows what he wants from his actors. But at the same time ‘Trishul’ of Lord Shiva; Parashura- ‘tapasaya’. Parashurama arro- he is not like a strict taskmaster. He gives ample room to ma attacked Lord Shiva with his PARASHURAM JYANTI SPECIAL gance gets diminished and he his actors and always open to improvisation. In fact, if you Parashu (axe). It stuck Lord Shiva on returns to his normal mind. In improvise, most of the time he retains those scenes. He is a the forehead creating a wound. Lord Shiva was pleased to see one version it happened so because of the blessings of Sh the astonishing warfare skills of his disciple. He embraced Shri delight to work to. working with her. The shoot has just begun and I am look- Parashurama to ‘Sita’ saying ‘Dheergha Sumangali Bhavah’ i.e And now Aditya Chopra too will be directing you. Parashurama and preserved this wound as an ornament; so as ing forward to some great time with her on the sets. you will have your husband alive for your lifetime. Yes he has so far only worked with Shahrukh Khan and to keep the reputation of his disciple insurmountable. ’Khan- How do you go about choosing scripts? Unlike other incarnations of Lord Vishnu Shri Parashura- I am extremely thrilled about being directed by him.
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