Jalandhar man, Balraj Syal, is as competent in the kitchen as he is on the sets of Khatron Ke Khiladi

Balraj Syal, actor, comedian and host, known for shows like Mujhse Shaadi Karoge, Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 10 and Kuch Smiles Ho Jayein…with Alia, loves action, be it on the sets or in the kitchen. He is proud of the stunts he pulled off for Khatron Ke Khiladi before the lockdown and the yummy dishes he has been cooking during it.

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How is life in lockdown 4?

My family is in Jalandhar and I am here in Mumbai. There is enough time for me to watch my shows like Entertainment Ki Raat Season 1, Season 2 and Comedy Night Bachao.

Post the lockdown, what can fans expect from Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 10?

Once we are back in action, I am sure we all will have a gala time. I can’t wait to get back on the sets and have a blast.

In this tough phase of life who are the real corona warriors?

Doctors, medical staff, police, safai karamchari and corona patients who have recovered and donating plasma are the real corona warriors.

Are you a proud Punjabi?

Of course, I am proud to be a Punjabi and Indian.

Which Punjabi dish do you like the most?

All types of paranthas are my favourite, but I love to eat aloo ka parantha.

Is Punjab rich in flavours?

There are some delicious dishes which represent the rich flavour of the state like black urd daal, sarson da saag, makki di roti and stuffed paranthas. In the Malwa region bajre ki khichdi is a delicacy.

Who is your favourite singer?

Gurdas Mann and Manmohan Waris are my all-time favourites. Na dhee nu mada boli da… sung by Waris is the best song I have heard.

Everybody is hoping for normalcy to return. What is on your wishlist?

First of all, I will meet my parents in Jalandhar and also my friends, who are helping the poor people during this pandemic.

Have you tried cooking?

I am a good cook. I am a vegetarian but I can make lazeez non-veg dishes. My friends ask me to prepare non-veg dishes for them.

Any memory from your shooting days you would like to share?

Can’t forget some daredevil stunts I did in Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 10.

One thing you are missing?

My show Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 10 and the sets.

During this tough phase of life, have you contributed something for the poor people?

I always contribute and try to help the needy. Also, I have asked my people in Jalandhar to help the poor.

— Dharampal