EXCLUSIVE: Arjit Taneja talks about his experience on Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, OG Rohit Shetty and more; calls Archana Gautam funniest and Dino James “favourite toughest competitor”

Actor Arjit Taneja recently opened up about his experience on the reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi 13. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, Taneja said that he had a "wonderful" experience on the show and that he "came back with some battle scars." Here are the excerpts:

 

EXCLUSIVE: Arjit Taneja talks about his experience on Khatron Ke Khiladi 13, OG Rohit Shetty and more; calls Archana Gautam funniest and Dino James “favourite toughest competitor”

 

How was your experience of participating in KKK?

 

It was so wonderful that I have come back with some battle scars. It was incredible. One of my nicest experiences to date. Everyone who has participated in this programme, in my opinion, has emerged as a totally different person. The journey has been fantastic, and I already miss Cape Town. We all participated in the stunts together, where we laughed, cried, cheered one another, and also suffered injuries. It was a lovely experience that lasted for fifty-five days, not less.

 

What type of connections you had with the competitors, and who is the funniest contestant on KKK13?

 

Archana, I think. She is really engaging and humorous, but she also performed her stunts flawlessly. I will miss everyone from the show, since we all made strong bonds. I got along well with Anjum Fakih, Shiv Thakare, Dino James, Anjali Anand, Nyrraa Banerji, and Sheezan Khan.

 

How did you find Rohit Shetty, the host for the show? Share your thoughts on him

 

He gives us an injection, I would say, to enhance people's performance in their stunts. He has scolded everyone, including me. However, I would say that it was not merely scolding; it was more of his way of motivating us to do and complete the stunts. Nonetheless, there was one instance when Nyrraa was scolded by Rohit sir because she was not listening to him during one of the stunts. I would consider him an OG. Whenever we discuss stunts, his name and face immediately came to mind due to his persona and swag. He inspires, motivates, and even scolds us when we have the potential to do a particular stunt but are not prepared for it. Thus, I believe all of these aspects were highly significant for all of us in the show. I would also add that if he were not there, most of us would not have attempted the majority of the stunts, and I think everyone else would agree with that. Furthermore, I have noticed that our performance tends to improve after receiving his admonishment.

 

Who was the toughest competitor according to you?

 

Dino is one for sure. He is my favourite toughest competitor. He did all of his stunts so well.

 

Which stunt was the most challenging for you, and which is your favourite?

 

The stunt involving heights, I believe, was difficult for me due to my fear of heights. It was crucial for me to conquer that fear. Therefore, the first stunt, which was a height-related one, proved to be very challenging, and unfortunately, I failed. However, as the days went by, I improved significantly in performing stunts involving heights. I thoroughly enjoyed engaging in chopper stunts, as well as car stunts and even stunts on the truck. So, regardless of the dynamic and larger-than-life nature of the stunts, I had a blast participating in all of them. Nevertheless, chopper stunts will always hold a special place in my heart as my favorite.

 

Did you get any injuries during the stunts?

 

I have acquired numerous scars and have also sustained injuries throughout my journey. However, while performing stunts, there is a distinct energy that drives you forward. Even if you get injured, you persist in completing the stunt. It is only afterwards, once the adrenaline wears off, that you realize the pain, injuries, scars, and rashes scattered across your knees, elbows, and elsewhere. Yet, these serve as battle scars, symbolic of the challenges we faced. It was a do-or-die situation for all of us. The ultimate goal was to triumph in the stunt and prove ourselves, surpassing the significance of any wounds sustained.

 

Do you believe that your preparations supported you in any way?

 

Yes, it does play a role, albeit to a certain extent. Alongside physical aspects such as strength, grip, mobility, and balance, mental attributes such as patience and calmness are also crucial. I made an effort to prepare myself in various ways, but I soon realized that much of my learning occurred on-site, with each passing day. For instance, I had learned to swim before my departure, although it didn't contribute as much as I had hoped. Nevertheless, I acknowledge the importance of mastering it properly now. Who knows, perhaps I might even make an appearance as a challenger in the next season (laughs).

 

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