Mamik returns as MMA coach

Mamik returns as MMA coach
Mamik, who had played older brother to Aamir Khan in Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, has been away from the limelight for quite some time. The 52-year-old actor, who was last seen in Wilson Louis’ Mallika in 2010 is returning to the big screen with actor-turned director Deepak Tijori’s upcoming movie, Do Lafzon Ki Kahani, featuring Randeep Hooda and Kajal Aggarwal.

Mamik plays a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) coach to Randeep in the film. “Deepak is a friend, so there was no way I could have said no to him. But that wasn’t the only reason for me to go ahead with the project. At this age too, I am quite fit and also look the part, so I said why not?” says Mamik, who plays a coach to both the good and the bad guy in the film. “I quite enjoyed playing this role. I think both Deepak and Randeep have put their heart and soul in the film and I am sure it’s going to turn out well,” adds Mamik, who doesn’t wish to comment about the length of his role in the film. “Primarily it's Randeep’s film, but I have an integral role as well. I have shot for a good amount of the portions for the film.”

Considering that he plays an MMA coach, did he train and research about the form before shooting? “We had three months of training before going to Kuala Lampur to shoot. I am quite fit but we did have to understand what mixed martial arts was all about, including the basic terminologies," says Mamik. What kept him away from films? “I have been a very reluctant actor. Though I have had a great opening at the films, which I am sure many would crave for, but back then I didn’t know how to tackle things. I had been quite laid back too. But I am going to get in touch with a few directors now,” he says.