Adish Vaidya: True friendships are rare these days; when you have one, you protect it at all cost

Time of India

7 days ago

Adish Vaidya, known for his television roles, values friendship. He shares a close bond with Pooja Katurde. They connected organically after working on a show.
Actor Adish Vaidya, who has made his mark with roles in Naagin, Barrister Babu, Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin, and currently Pushpa Impossible, reflects on the value of friendship ahead of Friendship Day.
He shares a close bond with Marathi television actor Pooja Katurde, known for her roles in Hridayi Preet Jagate and Vithu Mauli.
'We have been best friends for the last four years now,' says Adish. 'We worked together briefly on a Marathi TV show. But it was only a couple of years later that we really connected. It was very organic. We started talking, spent time together, and were emotionally available through the ups and downs.
That's when we knew we were born to be best friends.'
For Adish, it's the stability and acceptance in the relationship that makes it special. 'It brings immense positivity knowing that no matter what happens—irrespective of work, money, success or failure—it's unconditional love and friendship. Having her as a friend is a blessing.'
Touching on the often stereotyped perceptions around male-female friendships, Adish doesn't mince words. 'This is how generally people think when they see a man and woman together. But who cares? People will judge or form an opinion. But when you know what your friendship is and what your boundaries are, you don't have to justify it to anyone. In my opinion, ek ladka aur ek ladki dost ban sakte hain. True friendships are rare these days and when you have one, you protect it at all cost.
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