I learned to play golf a week before the shoot began: Nawaz on Freaky Ali

The actor recently spoke about his upcoming movie, Freaky Ali, at a press conference in Delhi saying that he started learning to play golf merely a week before the shoot. Freaky Ali is about a lovable small-time gangster, played by Nawaz, who somehow gets hooked to golf.

Published on: Aug 30, 2016, 17:38:59 IST

Hindustan Times | By Soumya Srivastava, New Delhi

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Film stars love to boast about the rigourous training they go through for a sports film but Nawazuddin Siddiqui isn’t one of them. He says it like it is.

Nawazuddin with Sidharth Arora, the man who he says taught him golf just a week before the shoot.

The actor said that he started learning golf only a week before the shooting of Freaky Ali, his upcoming movie based on the life of an accidental golfer.

Sohail Khan, Sidharth Arora, Jas Arora and Nawazuddin Siddiqui promoting their film.

He said, “Sidharth Arora ji taught me how to play golf a week before the shooting of the movie started. It helped me get into the skin of the character. ”

Watch: Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s first ever dance number in Freaky Ali

Freaky Ali trailer: Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a never seen before role

Sidharth Arora, who is also making his debut in Bollywood with Freaky Ali, is the director of Golfing Nation, an organisation which provided consultation to Freaky Ali for an authentic look.

“It was an honour to work with Sohail Khan on Freaky Ali. A movie based on Golf in India was never thought of. I am indeed grateful to him for showcasing our passion on the silver screen. We hope that this movie will bring awareness in the public and make golf the next big sport in India,” said Sidharth.

Freaky Ali is directed by Sohail Khan and also stars Arbaaz Khan, Amy Jackson, Jas Arora. The film is set to be released on September 9.

Follow @htshowbiz for more

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soumya Srivastava
Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crickit, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Infographics & much more. Explore now!.

Get more updates from Bollywood, Taylor Swift, Hollywood, Music and Web Series along with Latest Entertainment News at Hindustan Times.