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In Kung Fu Yoga, Sonu Sood shares screen space with a horse and falcon belonging to the UAE royal family
Upala KBR (DNA; December 7, 2015)

Sonu Sood plays a royal character in Jackie Chan’s next Kung Fu Yoga, directed by Stanley Tong, his first film in English.

Explaining the story behind the picture you see below, he says, “That is my introductory scene in the film. It was tough riding a horse striding across the hot sands, with the powerful and heavy falcon, perched on my hand. Both animals belong to the UAE royal family.”

As a royal, learning to ride a horse was a must. That was the easy part, he says. “I can stand on a horse and ride now. I learned horse riding during Jodhaa Akbar. Stanley thought making my entry on a horse would look regal and larger-than-life. But as they say, the most beautiful visuals can be achieved under the most difficult conditions.”

Sonu is all praise for producer Jackie Chan. “He is one of the finest, most grounded superstars I have met. It is a treat to work with him. He takes care of you and makes you feel very special.”

Sonu is flying to China next week to shoot the remaining scenes of the film.