Mumbai: Actor Suniel Shetty said that he would love to be referred to as Athiya Shetty's father.
Athiya and Sooraj Pancholi made their debut in Bollywood with Hero, which was co-produced by Salman Khan.
When Suniel was asked whether he preferred being called by his own name or as Athiya's father, he said: "Athiya Shetty's father. That's what every parent wishes - to be known by their children's name."
Suniel also said that Athiya is a natural actor. He is happy that she is "extremely confident, she's looking good, and that she has acted well".
"That is the biggest compliment for a father. I wish that she'll do good work so that she continues to receive good work. Several critics have panned her film but there has been immense praise for Sooraj and Athiya," said Suniel.
The Dhadkan actor also said that although box office collections matter but people should have realistic expectations from a movie which features newcomers.(Also Read: Here's How Athiya, Sooraj's Hero Fared in Its First Weekend)
"This is a Salman Khan production and not a Salman Khan starrer. People are expecting Rs 200 crore to Rs 300 crore, but they are just kids. I think they'll manage to earn around Rs.50 crore," said Suniel.
Suniel also advised his daughter.
"I told Athiya that there would be several critics who have an agenda of saying bad things about the kids and the film. This criticism would give you further strength to be stronger for the next. Consider this criticism as a lesson and think about how you can work on it and implement the suggestions," said Suniel.
"And I am glad as that's what Athiya's been doing," he added.
Directed by Nikhil Advani, Hero released on September 11.
Athiya and Sooraj Pancholi made their debut in Bollywood with Hero, which was co-produced by Salman Khan.
When Suniel was asked whether he preferred being called by his own name or as Athiya's father, he said: "Athiya Shetty's father. That's what every parent wishes - to be known by their children's name."
"That is the biggest compliment for a father. I wish that she'll do good work so that she continues to receive good work. Several critics have panned her film but there has been immense praise for Sooraj and Athiya," said Suniel.
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"This is a Salman Khan production and not a Salman Khan starrer. People are expecting Rs 200 crore to Rs 300 crore, but they are just kids. I think they'll manage to earn around Rs.50 crore," said Suniel.
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"I told Athiya that there would be several critics who have an agenda of saying bad things about the kids and the film. This criticism would give you further strength to be stronger for the next. Consider this criticism as a lesson and think about how you can work on it and implement the suggestions," said Suniel.
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Directed by Nikhil Advani, Hero released on September 11.
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