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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Saanand Verma recalls Amitabh Bachchan being rude to him: ‘Pehle toh aise kar rahe the jaise janam janam ka rishta hai'
Actor Saanand Verma has worked in several films like Mardaani, Chhichhore, Raid and others. However, he is best known for his comic role in the television show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! In a recent interview with Hindi Rush, Saanand opened up about his encounters with Amitabh Bachchan and revealed how he was once rude to him. (Also Read: Saanand Verma on Sushant Singh Rajput's death case: What's happening right now is his character assassination) He recalled shooting a KBC promo with Big B and shared how warmly he behaved towards him. He said, "I have spoken to many stars, but I didn't think much about them. But I felt Amitabh Bachchan's aura when I was shooting Kaun Banega Crorepati's promo. The first time I met him… he was like… I felt like I was Abhishek Bachchan. I felt like I was his son. Pehle toh aise kar rahe the jaise humara janam janam ka rishta hai (He was behaving as if we have a bond of many lifetimes). We spoke for three hours." However, the actor revealed that the superstar behaved coldly during their second meeting for an ad shoot and said, "The second time I met him to shoot an advertisement, he was very rude. After completing the shoot, I went and told him, 'I consider myself very fortunate to be able to work with you twice.' But he didn't even look at me, he kept staring at a painting and said, 'Bhagwan kare aapko tisbara mile' (May God give you a third chance also).' Saanand went on to say that no one is really friends in the industry and further agreed with Paresh Rawal's statement that people are only colleagues in the business. Saanand started his acting journey with the television show Lapataganj and made his Bollywood debut with Rani Mukerji's film Mardaani. He followed it up with appearances in several successful shows like CID, F.I.R., and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain! and films like Raid, Chhichhore, and Mission Raniganj, among others. He was most recently seen in the film Vijay 69, which also featured Anupam Kher, Chunky Panday, and Mihir Ahuja in key roles. Meanwhile, Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in the movie Vettaiyan. He will next be seen in Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD sequel. The film also stars Deepika Padukone, Prabhas and Kamal Haasan and is scheduled to go on floors in December this year.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive - Saanand Verma talks about the rise of women-centric films and his commitment to meaningful roles
Actor Saanand Verma , renowned for his iconic role as Anokhelal Saxena in Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hain , has become a beloved figure in both television and film. With a career that spans multiple acclaimed projects such as Vijay 69 , Pataakha, Chhichhore, and Babli Bouncer, Verma has constantly shown his versatility as an actor. Recently, he spoke about the rise of women-centric films and his approach to selecting roles in the industry. According to Saanand, the industry is undergoing a transformation with a growing emphasis on female-led stories . "Women-centric films and female-led subjects are gaining strong momentum these days," he shared. "Biopics about female achievers are being made, and it's a positive change in the industry. Writers are stepping into direction with stories that focus on women, and they are doing some truly wonderful work." He is particularly excited about working with such projects, revealing that he is currently involved in a cameo in a female-centric film, which has been a highly enjoyable experience for him. Saanand emphasized that the key to choosing a project is not about typecasting or the size of the role, but the story and character development . "I have never turned down a role just because of its type," he said. "It's always about how well-written the story is and the depth of the character. For me, exploring diverse roles is important." He made it clear that his decision to take on a role is often shaped by the opportunity to express himself in new and challenging ways. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Prince William & Kate Met Princess Diana's Secret Daughter. Plays Star Undo However, Saanand also mentioned that he steers clear of projects with poor taste or vulgar content. "I haven't received many such offers, but the ones I did, I refused because they felt cheap," he stated. This speaks to his commitment to being part of stories that offer substance, quality, and contribute to societal awareness. With a career built on meaningful choices, Saanand's ultimate goal remains the portrayal of characters that challenge him as an actor and help tell impactful stories. Saanand Verma: I have just one scene in Chhichhore but that's used as memes all over
