Cyrus Broacha Calls His Bollywood Debut 'Jalwa' a 'New York Film School Energy, Municipal Hospital Execution'

Comedian-actor Cyrus Broacha humorously revisited his Bollywood debut in the 1987 film 'Jalwa', describing his performance as having 'New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution.' Broacha played the younger brother of Archana Puran Singh's character in the film directed by Pankuj Parashar. 'Jalwa,' an unofficial remake of 'Beverly Hills Cop,' also starred Naseeruddin Shah and was set in Goa. Broacha is widely known for his long-running candid camera show 'MTV Bakra' and his role in the Indian adaptation of 'Friends.'

Key Points: Cyrus Broacha on Debut Film 'Jalwa': Funny Throwback

  • Cyrus Broacha debuts in 1987 film 'Jalwa' at age 15
  • He describes his role as 'New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution'
  • 'Jalwa' is an unofficial remake of 'Beverly Hills Cop'
  • Broacha is known for MTV Bakra and Indian version of 'Friends'
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Cyrus Broacha on debut film 'Jalwa': 'New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution'

Comedian Cyrus Broacha humorously recalls his 1987 Bollywood debut 'Jalwa', calling it 'New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution.'

"My Bollywood debut in Jalwa. New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution. - Cyrus Broacha"

Mumbai, May 1

Taking a trip down memory lane, comedian-actor Cyrus Broacha revisited his debut film "Jalwa", which released in 1987 and gave it a sprinkle of humour, describing his role as "New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution."

Cyrus, who played the role of actress Archana Puran Singh's character Jyothi's younger brother Suresh in the film directed by Pankuj Parashar, shared a scene on Instagram.

Cyrus, who was 15 when he acted in his first Hindi film, wrote in the caption: "My Bollywood debut in Jalwa. New York Film School energy, municipal hospital execution. Don't do drugs - Jalwa (1987) starring @naseeruddin49 & @archanapuransingh along with @amitabhbachchan @jonnylever @daliptahil @officialpankajkapur @rohinihattangady @farahkhankunder @remo.fernandes.5."

Jalwa also stars Naseeruddin Shah. The film is set in Goa, where it was mostly shot. It is an unofficial remake of the 1984 American film Beverly Hills Cop. The film was remade in Telugu as Trinetrudu by A. Kodandarami Reddy, starring Chiranjeevi.

It follows Kapil, a policeman, who swears to avenge the death of his friend Albert with the help of Jojo, a bar dancer. He ends up breaking various rules while bringing Albert's killers to justice.

Talking about the actor-comedian, he hosted many shows for MTV. His candid-camera show MTV Bakra ran for 8 years. Cyrus played the role of Cyrus, a character based on Chandler Bing in the Indian adaptation of American sitcom Friends, titled Hello Friends.

He appeared in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa, India's version of Dancing with the Stars, and Fear Factor - Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 3. The 54-year-old was also seen in the second season of Bigg Boss OTT.

Cyrus acted in films like Jalwa, 99, Little Zizou, Fruit and Nut, Mumbai Chakachak and The Shaukeens.

He was last seen in the film Roy as himself. The film directed by debutant Vikramjit Singh. It features Arjun Rampal, Jacqueline Fernandez, Ranbir Kapoor in the title role. Shernaz Patel, Rajit Kapur and Shibani Dandekar.

- IANS

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Sarah B
I didn't know Cyrus started so young - 15 years old! That's impressive. And the fact that he's still humble about it after all these years shows real character. MTV Bakra was my absolute favourite growing up, man used to troll people with such style 🔥
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Vikram M
Honestly, I wish Cyrus had done more films. He's genuinely funny, and his comic timing is brilliant. But I guess TV and hosting suited him better. Jalwa was a decent remake of Beverly Hills Cop - not as good as the original, but for 80s Bollywood it was quite entertaining.
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Priya S
The caption is pure Cyrus! 😂 He's one of the few Indian comedians who doesn't take himself too seriously. Also, didn't know Jalwa was shot in Goa - that explains the vibrant coastal vibe in the movie. Nostalgic read. Shah Rukh Khan should take notes from Cyrus on humility! 😅
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Rohit P
Arre yaar, Cyrus was the OG prankster! MTV Bakra literally defined my teenage years. It's a shame he didn't get more film roles, but he made a solid career out of comedy. Jalwa might not have been a masterpiece, but it's a fun time capsule of 80s Bollywood. Also, that cast list is insane - Big B, Naseeruddin Shah, Johnny Lever?! 🤯
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Kavya N
I love how Cyrus can laugh at himself! That's the mark of a true comedian. "Municipal hospital execution" - bhai, EPIC! And can we talk about

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