R Madhavan's trip to old school while filming ‘Aap Jaisa Koi' brought back old insecurities: 'Not clearing IIT felt like the end of the world'
A visit full of memories
During the shoot, Madhavan went back to his old school. The visit brought back a rush of emotions. Speaking to IANS, he shared how being on campus again stirred up some of his childhood fears.
'I got a chance to visit my old school, and as soon as I stepped in, all the insecurities I used to have about my future started coming back,' Madhavan said. 'Till the 8th or 9th standard, it was all fun and games. But after that, I remember being terrified that I wouldn't succeed in life.'
School pressure and looking back
The actor recalled that the final years of school were especially stressful, with academic pressure weighing heavily on him. But now, standing there as a successful actor, he saw those fears differently.
'Back then, not clearing IIT felt like the end of the world. My parents were heartbroken. But look at how life turned out — those fears seem so small now. Life had other plans.'
A note for today's youth
Madhavan also shared a comforting message for young people who might be going through similar worries.
He said, 'What feels like a crisis today may just be a stepping stone for something better.'
About 'Aap Jaisa Koi'
Directed by Vivek Soni, 'Aap Jaisa Koi' stars Fatima Sana Shaikh opposite Madhavan. The film tells the story of Shrirenu Tripathi, a shy, middle-aged Sanskrit professor, who unexpectedly falls in love with Madhu Bose, a lively French teacher.
Meanwhile, R Madhavan was last seen in 'Shaitaan', which was a remake of the Gujarati thriller 'Vash'.
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