Lara Dutta Recalls Near-Drowning on 'Andaaz' Set, Akshay Kumar's Help
Bollywood actress Lara Dutta has recounted a terrifying near-drowning experience she faced during the filming of the 2003 film, 'Andaaz,' with Akshay Kumar. The incident, which occurred while shooting a scene involving powerful waves, left Dutta deeply shaken and instilled in her a fear of water that lasted for years.
Dutta shared the story, recalling how the waves unexpectedly became much stronger than anticipated. She found herself struggling against the current, nearly being pulled under. Fortunately, Akshay Kumar, witnessing the situation, swiftly intervened and helped her regain her footing and safety.
“It was a pretty terrifying experience,” Dutta stated. “The waves were much more powerful than we had anticipated, and I almost went under. Luckily, Akshay was there and he pulled me out.”
Following the incident, Dutta admitted to developing a significant fear of water. However, she credited Akshay Kumar with helping her overcome this fear. He reportedly offered her simple, yet effective, advice to confront her anxieties and gradually rebuild her confidence around water.
'Andaaz' was a successful film that starred Dutta, Akshay Kumar, and Priyanka Chopra. The film was a romantic drama and was well-received by audiences. This recent recollection by Dutta highlights a lesser-known moment from the film’s production and showcases Akshay Kumar’s quick thinking and supportive nature.