The original Bihari babu, Shatru, with his scarred face and deep voice, has endeared himself to millions with some sterling performances on screen.

While today Shotgun Sinha, as he is often referred to, is better known for his foray into politics, what is not so well known is that Sinha has also participated in theatre, taking part in some popular plays.

The man who had his professional training at the Film and Television Institute of India tells rediff.com about the lure of the stage.

Interview by Lata Khubchandani

Produced by SoundPicture Communications