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Priyanka Chopra is learning Kajukenbo to beat The Rock in Baywatch

Priyanka Chopra will be seen in an action-packed avatar in her debut Hollywood film. For the big screen adaptation of the popular American TV show, Baywatch, the actor will be training in a martial art form called Kajukenbo.

Updated on: Mar 27, 2016, 18:00:48 IST
Hindustan Times | By , Mumbai
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Priyanka Chopra will be seen in an action-packed avatar in her debut Hollywood film. For the big screen adaptation of the popular American TV show, Baywatch, the actor will be training in a martial art form called Kajukenbo.

Priyanka Chopra in a still from Don.
Priyanka Chopra in a still from Don.

Previously, Priyanka has performed numerous stunts and action sequences in several projects, including her latest release, Jai Gangaa Jal, and older ones like Mary Kom (2014), Drona (2008), and Don (2006), and also her ongoing American TV show Quantico.

Leaked: Priyanka Chopra’s glamorous first look for Baywatch

A source says, “She is always up for trying new stunts and techniques, and she is really excited about preparing for this role. Apparently, one of the best Kajukenbo trainers in America has been hired to work with her.” She will start training next month.

Familiarise yourself with Kajukenbo here

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The actor plays the villain in the Hollywood film that also stars Dwayne Johnson and Zac Efron. We tried reaching her, but she was not available.

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  • Kavita Awaasthi
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    Kavita Awaasthi

    Mumbai-based Kavita Awaasthi writes on Television, for the daily Entertainment and Lifestyle supplement, HT Cafe

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