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Bollywood's Action Dynasty: Shetty Family's Stunt Legacy
27 Nov
Summary
- Rohit Shetty's mother was a stuntwoman for stars like Hema Malini.
- His father invented the iconic glass break stunt.
- Action and stunt work are deeply ingrained in the Shetty family's DNA.

Filmmaker Rohit Shetty revealed that his parents were pioneers in Bollywood's stunt scene. His mother, Ratna Shetty, fearlessly performed stunts for leading actresses such as Hema Malini and Vyjayanthimala in classic films. She was known for her daring sequences, including those in 'Seeta Aur Geeta' and 'Andaz'.
Rohit also honored his father, M. B. Shetty, a respected action director and actor. M. B. Shetty is credited with inventing the groundbreaking glass break stunt and choreographed action for films like 'Deewaar'. He came from humble beginnings and brought a unique passion to his work.
This rich family history in action filmmaking has deeply influenced Rohit Shetty's own successful career. The article notes that stunt work and its inherent risks are considered the "family business," embedded in their very being and passed down through generations.




