Rising Star

It’s been quite a journey for Taaha Shah, who arrived in Mumbai from Dubai less than two years ago with the sole aim of becoming an actor. Last year, he made his debut in Luv Ka The End. It was hard work and dedication for Taaha, considering the fact that he had not much of a background in films. Armed with just a diploma from the New York Film Academy in Dubai, he also honed his acting skills at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute in Mumbai. He bagged a three-film contract with Yash Chopra’s production house. Taaha is known to enjoy working out, the martial arts and adventure sports. From modelling to acting, we think that this rising star is going places!

FUN PICKS

Fragrance of the moment: Desire by Alfred Dunhill
Actor you’d like to share screen space with: Leonardo DiCaprio
Director you’d like to work with: Karan Johar and Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Top 3 movies: Scarface, Mughal-e-Azam and Inception
Your source of inspiration: My mom Latest obsession: Sleight of hand magic tricks
Favourite cuisine: Irani chicken biryani
Ideal holiday spot: It’s more about the company than the spot for me.
Drool-worthy gadget: I guess the Iron Man suit would be the most drool worthy for me!
Favourite clothing brand: Zara
A sport you love: Parkour
Passions: Acting, extreme sports, martial arts and the art of body motion.
Must-hear music: I don’t consider myself to be great at music. Although I’m a true Hindi music lover. It all depends on my mood.
Perfect date: 4th base. Im sorry, but I don’t know what to say!
If it weren’t for acting what would you be doing? Plan B is for losers. There should only be a Plan A. And ‘A’ stands for acting for me!