Sonu Sood has been engaged in virtually teaching self-defence techniques to children, as part of Britannia’s ‘Krunch Khao, Punch Dikhao’ campaign. A chat with the actor.
What is it about Britannia’s ‘Krunch Khao Punch Dikhao campaign’ that made you want to be a part of it?
I think it gives a good message to kids about how to stay focused and handle situations. We often see kids getting bullied in school and end up fighting with others. So I think all the techniques that we have shown in the Britannia campaign will help them. This is something every kid should see and connect with.
How important do you think it is for kids, especially girls, to be taught self-defence techniques from a young age?
I think it should be made mandatory in all schools. I am glad that Britannia has come up with a campaign which will teach kids the same in a very entertaining way, and they will get to know the history of all different kinds of martial techniques as well as learn new ones.
You are a fitness icon for decades now. Did your interest in fitness start from a young age?
I was always inclined towards fitness and martial arts. I joined my first martial arts school when I was in Moga (Sonu’s hometown in Punjab). My parents really motivated me, though we didn’t really have as many avenues and platforms as kids do now.
Given that the virus is still pretty much around, what will your top tips be for building immunity?
Eat right, sleep well, stay focused, have patience and perseverance that makes you mentally and physically strong.
Are you doing anything out of the ordinary at this time to keep yourself even more fit?
I keep at least two hours aside in a day for my fitness. That’s very important. You have the rest of the 22 hours to do what you like.
You have emerged as a messiah during the lockdown. What keeps you motivated to continue to help and heal the lesser privileged?
I take this as a responsibility. It’s very important to give back to society. If someone needs you, it’s important to reach out to them and help to make their lives easier. I think that’s every citizen’s responsibility.
