Asin is learning the ancient form of martial arts " Kalaripayattu ". The reason is because of her role in the movie The 19th step which is an Indo-Japanese movie. In a recent interview she praised the martial art and said that learning Kalaripayattu has increased her concentration levels. She is learning the martial art from one of the greatest expert in Thiruvananthapuram. She admits that it is tough to learn the art but we are sure she will deliver a good blow in this as well.