What were the best and challenging moments while playing the role of Suresh in Pacific Rim Uprising?
The best and most challenging moments while playing Suresh were probably our Jaeger fight scenes. I had never done a film that’s been this physically demanding and those scenes in particular were a challenge but immensely fun.
What are you currently working on and tell us about your upcoming projects?
Right now I’m wrapping up the 3rd season of Bunk’d and along with Pacific Rim Uprising coming out this month I also had a YouTube RED show called Youth & Consequences come out early this March! That was fun because I normally play nice characters and I got to play a bit of a darker character.
Is there another hobby that you’d like to pursue but haven’t yet?
I know this ties into my current work but I want to start making short films and my own content on the side. There’s just something really exciting about building something from the ground up, on your own or with your friends.
When you’re not acting or busy with collaborations, what do you keep yourself busy with?
Honestly either sleeping or complaining about wanting to get back to work sooner! I love what I do and like to stay busy.
Looking back at your Disney Jessie days what do you miss about it?
Probably the cast. Though we’ve had a few Jessie people swing by for special cameos I miss the vibe of the whole cast together.
What's your message for your fans in the middle east?& lastly what advice would you give to JAMO Readers?
To my fans, thank you for the unconditional love you’ve shown me all these years. I’m really excited to share this next step with you all and I hope you love Pacific Rim Uprising just as much as I do! As for advice, I know this is a bit left field but “energy follows thought.” A good friend of mine told me that a while ago and it really changed my perspective on things, and I hope it might do the same for you.
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