The Terminator and Terminator 2 had utilized the latest film techniques and technologies. He incorporated the advanced model Terminator into both films, where he used cutting edge special effects from The Abyss to depict the liquid metal villain. Shahean grew up watching and admiring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Jet Li being a huge action fan.
Shahean has been interested in Martial Arts for many years studying Lau Gar Kung Fu/Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Sambo wrestling and has competed at various competitions in K1, Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts. Shahean became a group leader in the Compass method and helped evolve the art that was created by Chris Crudelli and was honored with the 2018 black belt hall of fame award.