Vidyut Jammwal says Hollywood sets are more disciplined than Bollywood: ‘No actor, whether it is 50 Cent or Jason Momoa, is ever late’
Vidyut Jammwal Says Hollywood Sets Value Discipline
Indiadailyupdate.com – Vidyut Jammwal says Hollywood sets are more disciplined than Bollywood productions after working on his first international film, Street Fighter. Speaking at a Mumbai event hosted by Paramount Pictures India, the actor said the scale of the production was impressive, but punctuality and organised working practices stood out most.
Jammwal plays Dhalsim in the upcoming adaptation of Capcom’s popular video-game franchise. A featurette from the film was unveiled at the event, where he reflected on sharing the set with a large international cast and crew.
Punctuality Made a Strong Impression
According to Jammwal, the production involved around 300 people working to a carefully managed schedule. He said he had heard about Hollywood’s larger budgets from friends, yet witnessing the coordination on set gave him a clearer understanding of the difference.
“There is a huge difference. I used to hear from my friends who are actors and knew about Hollywood that the budgets there were much higher. But I have seen the discipline here. For the first time, I have seen 300 people on a set following such discipline.”
Vidyut Jammwal says Hollywood sets do not treat late arrivals as normal, regardless of an actor’s fame. He named co-stars Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Jason Momoa and Cody Rhodes while describing a workplace culture where performers are expected to arrive on time.
“There, no actor, whether it is 50 Cent, Jason Momoa or Cody Rhodes, is ever late. They simply don’t have a concept of arriving late.”
Overtime Rules and Crew Support
The actor also pointed to overtime protections for technicians as an important part of the system. He said workers are paid extra for every minute of overtime, creating confidence that their additional effort will be fairly compensated.
“If someone is late by one minute, makers call them to know if they are not doing well. Laws are so strict. If you are doing overtime, every technician gets extra money for every minute.”
Jammwal stressed that Indian productions follow rules and regulations, while adding that the industry can continue improving its working systems. He said the experience of collaborating with established international performers made the contrast especially visible.
Why Dhalsim Suits Vidyut Jammwal
Street Fighter connects naturally with Jammwal’s martial arts background. He has trained in Kalaripayattu since the age of three, and said the discipline and physicality involved in that training helped him connect with Dhalsim, the yoga-inspired fighter known for his unusual flexibility and reach.
Vidyut Jammwal says Hollywood sets gave him a new perspective as he entered the global franchise. For fans, his casting as Dhalsim brings an actor with extensive action experience to one of the game’s most distinctive characters.
Directed by Kitao Sakurai, Street Fighter features Noah Centineo as Ken Masters, Andrew Koji as Ryu, Jason Momoa as Blanka and Callina Liang as Chun-Li. The ensemble also includes Joe Anoai, David Dastmalchian, Cody Rhodes, Andrew Schulz, Eric Andre, Orville Peck, Olivier Richters, Hirooki Goto, Rayna Vallandingham, Alexander Volkanovski and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The story is set in 1993 and follows estranged fighters Ryu and Ken Masters after Chun-Li brings them into the next World Warrior Tournament. The contest leads them into a dangerous conspiracy and forces the former allies to confront their shared past.
FAQ: Vidyut Jammwal and Street Fighter
Which character does Vidyut Jammwal play in Street Fighter?
Vidyut Jammwal plays Dhalsim, a character known in the video-game series for a yoga-inspired fighting style.
What did Vidyut Jammwal say about Hollywood productions?
He praised the punctuality, coordination and overtime protections he observed while working on the film.
Where did Jammwal discuss his Hollywood experience?
He spoke about it at a Mumbai event hosted by Paramount Pictures India, where a Street Fighter featurette was unveiled.