Is Jackie Shroff Really a Green Crusader?

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Key Takeaways
- Jackie Shroff embraces a sustainable lifestyle through gardening.
- He believes that plants enhance personal growth and emotional well-being.
- His collaboration with Ugaoo emphasizes education about plants.
- He is actively involved in organic farming practices.
- Jackie’s latest project, “Hunter 2”, showcases his versatility as an actor.
Mumbai, Aug 20 (NationPress) Referring to himself as a “green crusader”, Bollywood’s bhidu Jackie Shroff expressed that engaging with plants has instilled patience in him and helped keep him grounded.
When asked about the influence of gardening and nature on his mental and emotional health, Jackie shared with IANS: “Being called a 'Plant Zaddy' is a badge of honour. Plants have taught me patience and kept me grounded.”
“Plants make you a better person, bhidu. That's powerful, boss. My kids and I, we all share the same love for plants, and that's the best thing,”
said the actor, who serves as the brand ambassador for Ugaoo, a gardening company.
Reflecting on the origins of his passion for plants, he stated: “I've been a green crusader for years, with plants around me and mitti on my hands. I walk into events with a sapling as my plus one.”
He is now committed to embracing organic practices.
“Now, on my farm, I'm all about farming and striving for an as-organic-as-possible approach. It’s about eating clean, living close to the mitti, and respecting our roots. Ugaoo's doing something special: they're not just selling plants; they're educating you on the why and the how…They’re spreading knowledge, making our collaboration feel right. Plants are life enhancers, not just decor,”
the Bollywood star told IANS.
On the acting front, Jackie’s latest project is “Hunter 2”, where he portrays the antagonist, 'The Salesman', in the second season of the action-packed drama.
Discussing the series, the tension escalates as Vikram receives a spine-chilling call from his daughter, presumed dead, only to find out she’s with the mysterious salesman.
Directed by Prince Dhiman, in collaboration with Alok Batra, the action entertainer also stars Anusha Dandekar and Barkha Bisht in pivotal roles, among others.
“Hunter Season 2” is available on Amazon MX Player.