Bollywood Life: My journey from America to Bollywood: Akshay Oberoi
I made the decision to pursue acting when I was twelve years old. I have a crystal clear memory of the day I told my parents. Since rehearsal is an essential element of the acting arts, I practiced how I would tell them this unbelievable news for two hours that morning in the restroom. Mom and Dad, I've decided I'm going to move to India and perform in movies! I told them as I stepped into their bedroom in our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, home. Are you sure that's what you want to do? my father asked after what seemed like an eternity. I responded, "Sure, I'm sure." Then, okay, sounds wonderful, but you'll need to learn the acting trade, my father said. While becoming an actor is within your control, fame and stardom are not. I was ecstatic that he supported my dream at the time. I figured I could sort out the rest afterwards. Since acting couldn't even be taught at that age, I'll be honest and say I had no notion. Soon after, I attended an audi