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Published 17:13 IST, October 2nd 2019

Did you know Taapsee Pannu was a software engineer earlier?

Taapsee Pannu is all set for the release of her film Saand Ki Aankh, so here are five unknown facts about the actress you need to know. Read on for more details

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Taapsee Pannu is currently busy promoting her film Saand Ki Aankh with co-star Bhumi Pednekar. But the Pink actress is a woman with many talents. Taapsee is not only an actor, but she has also worked as a software engineer. There are many such surprising and interesting facts about this 32-year-old actor. Read on to know more Taapsee Pannu here.

1. Taapsee does not need a stuntwoman

The Game Over actress, in an interview with a media portal, spoke about doing her own stunts. She mentioned that the stunts in the films Baby and Naam Shabana were all done by her. and not a body double. The actress suffered from injuries while performing the fighting scene for the film Baby. But her dedication towards her work was fruitful; her role in the film was highly appreciated by the critics and the audience.

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2. She loves playing squash

Taapsee Pannu, just like many members of the audience, does not favour working out in a gym. She prefers to play squash every day. In an interview with a media portal, she stated the key to staying fit is being consistent. Hence, she stated that she prefers playing squash instead since it’s a rigorous sport and is enough to act as a key ingredient in her fitness regime.

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3. Taapsee is an event planner

Taapsee is not only an actor and a software engineer but an entrepreneur as well. The Pink actor runs an event management company, The Wedding Factory, with her sister Shagun Pannu and a friend, Farah Parvaresh. The actress, in another interview with a media portal, stated that the basic idea behind their company was to provide a personalised touch to each of their client’s plans and events.

4. A trained classical dancer

Taapsee Pannu has spoken vividly in interviews with media portals that dancing is her first love. The actress has revealed that she started dancing right from the tender age of six. Taapsee is trained in Kathak and Bharatnatyam. She also took a few training lessons for western dance forms during her college days and has competed in several dance competitions.

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5. Taapsee has a special nickname

Taapsee Pannu has been experimental with her roles, and with experimentation comes heavy changes to your looks. The Judwaa 2 actress can be seen sporting various looks for films and during promotions and events. But Taapsee is originally a curly-haired beauty, thus she goes by the nickname 'Maggi.' Taapsee in an interview with another media publication has confirmed this fact and has also stated that her close friends and family members still use her nickname.

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12:05 IST, October 2nd 2019