Yesterday's Men Tomorrow's Heroes
Among all the hardship you had to endure throughout the contest, which one do you think was the toughest?
Pushon: The hardest challenge for us all was the basic commando training. Those were the hardest days of my life. For some, the training was intolerable as the daily workouts would drain us off the last drop of energy we had. Minor injuries were nothing uncommon. There was no peace during sleep as well, because often, in the middle of the night we were forced to wake up and run for 20 km in the chilly night. Those were dreaded days, but now that it is all over, I do miss it.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. Tanmoy: To me, the first day was the most rugged day. After the 'welcome', I felt that even the unimaginable could happen and I had to be ready for it. We also had to endure a mission which was rather challenging and the worst part about it was the gagging punishment, where they would choke us and only let go right before it would turn deadly.
Badhan: To me, the most daring task was throwing the grenade. We had to hold on to it for a moment before throwing it and that meant any miscalculation could lead to an explosion. Another risky task was firing the weapons.
Who are your favourite actors/actresses nationally or internationally?
Badhan: I have always admired our legendary Salman Shah, but currently I really like Arifin Shuvo and Mahiya Mahi. I consider myself lucky that I was able to shoot a film with her. I am also inspired by the way Hrithik Roshan dances.
Tanmoy: From the old films, I truly appreciate Bobita. From the current industry, I would say Pori Moni and Mahiya Mahi. As an actor, I am inspired by Arifin Shuvo. After the film "Shikari", I have become a fan of Shakib Khan as well. I also watch Tamil films and I appreciate Allu Arjun and Tamannaah.
Pushon: I am a big fan of Mosharraf Karim and Masuma Rahman Nabila, and from Hollywood, I really admire Kristen Stewart and Leonardo DiCaprio.
If you had not pursued acting as a career, what would you have been doing?
Pushon: If acting did not work out for me, then as I am student of engineering, I would look for a suitable job in the IT sector. Besides, I am also playing cricket for my university team and trying to play in the first division.
Tanmoy: Since childhood, I had a liking for the military. So serving my nation would definitely be the substitute option if acting did not work out.
Badhan: I used to appreciate the world of fashion, but now I'm not that interested. Like my friend Tonmoy, even I had a fascination about the army since I was young.
Which actors/actresses do you aspire to work with and what dream role would you like to accomplish through a film?
Badhan: I am a fan of Fahim bhai and I really admire his work, so I would love to work with him. As I am captivated by the action genre in films, so that would be my goal.
Tanmoy: I believe a good actor needs to be flexible and adapt with his surroundings, therefore I am not precise in that aspect.
Pushon: The films that are currently being produced tend to be monotonous. So if a film was to be made on the life of a cricketer like Mashrafe Mortaza, I would be grateful to be a part of such a film.
Interviewed by Syed Ahnaf Sadeed
Transcribed by Minam Haq
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