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Hindustan Times
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rajesh Kumar says Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda will never be ‘nakchadhe stars': They're so grounded due to their parenting
Actor Rajesh Kumar, best known for playing Rosesh in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, recently essayed the role of Aneet Padda's father in Mohit Suri's film, Saiyaara. In a recent interview with Galatta India, Rajesh opened up about his experience working with newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet, and praised their upbringing. He also expressed confidence that they will never turn into 'nakchade stars.' Rajesh Kumar heaped praise on Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's upbringing. Rajesh Kumar on working with Ahaan Panday Talking about working with Ahaan in Saiyaara, Rajesh recalled, "Ahaan was so nervous before his first shot. We shot that together. The ones who have watched the film will remember the scene where he quietly hands me a bag. That was his first shot for the film. But, he did it so well in just the second and third take. After the shot ended, people clapped for him and then he felt relaxed.' Rajesh believes that the new generation of actors is exceptionally well-prepared and polished. In his view, most of the newcomers he has worked with are already equipped for the demands of Bollywood and are likely to remain relevant for the next 25 to 30 years. He praised their adaptability and dedication, noting that while a few may be less prepared, the majority have clearly put in the hard work to earn their place in the industry. He added, "If you look into Aneet's clips, you will see that she is yet to believe that her film is working wonders. When people realise things late, success doesn't take over them. These people are so grounded because of their parenting that I don't think Aneet or Ahaan will ever be a 'nakchadhe' (snooty) stars. They will be sought-after actors. Ahaan's exceptional screen presence and heroism that kills you. There was a time when after 3–4 shots, when Mohit was not getting what he wanted, Ahaan came to me and said sorry. So they don't have this give-up attitude.' About Saiyaara Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by YRF, Saiyaara is a romantic musical drama that chronicles the emotional journey of Krish, a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra, an aspiring journalist. As their lives collide unexpectedly, a soulful bond begins to form. With both battling personal demons and career setbacks, their love story unfolds with emotional depth and realism. The film has been met with both critical and commercial acclaim, collecting ₹153.25 crore in just six days.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'Enough about me': Dimple Kapadia's unexpected remark once left Saiyaara's Rajesh Kumar stunned
Rajesh Kumar recalls a 'beautiful moment' from a conversation he had with Dimple Kapadia. Rajesh Kumar was recently seen in Saiyaara playing the role of Aneet Padda's dad. He is popularly known as Rosesh Kumar from the TV sitcom, Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai, which starred Ratna Pathak Shah and Rupali Ganguly. Recently, in an interview, the actor opened up about how there's a lack of conversation between an experienced and a successful person. He talked about how he made an effort to bond with his co-stars while filming Saiyaara to build an emotional bond that would reflect on the screen as well. During the same interview, he remembered a special and beautiful moment from his past, a conversation with Bollywood diva Dimple Kapadia. 'Enough about me — can I get to know you now?' That one line from Dimple Kapadia stayed with Rajesh Kumar long after the shoot wrapped. In a recent interview with Galatta India, the Sarabhai vs Sarabhai actor fondly recalled a beautiful moment he shared with the veteran actress while filming Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya in Jaisalmer. Rajesh revealed that while they were shooting in Jaisalmer, during a shift break, a few people were sitting around — Dimple Kapadia included. Everyone started talking about her films, her iconic songs, her performances — it was all about her. But then, Dimple Kapadia did something unexpected. After a few minutes, she smiled and said, "Okay, okay, enough about me… can I get to know you all now?" That simple question changed the tone of the conversation completely. For Rajesh Kumar, that's when the real conversation started. According to him, the general notion is to shower praise on a successful person one meets and then move on, and the other person just politely expresses gratitude. He reflected on how rare it is to have genuine human interactions in the fast-paced world of film sets. He mentioned how actors spend 12 hours a day working together, but do not even know each other's stories. But his moment with Dimple Kapadia continues to remind him of how much actors miss out in their work environment if they are not making efforts to connect.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Enough about me': Dimple Kapadia's unexpected remark once left Saiyaara's Rajesh Kumar stunned
Rajesh Kumar was recently seen in Saiyaara playing the role of Aneet Padda 's dad. He is popularly known as Rosesh Kumar from the TV sitcom, Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai , which starred Ratna Pathak Shah and Rupali Ganguly . Recently, in an interview, the actor opened up about how there's a lack of conversation between an experienced and a successful person. He talked about how he made an effort to bond with his co-stars while filming Saiyaara to build an emotional bond that would reflect on the screen as well. During the same interview, he remembered a special and beautiful moment from his past, a conversation with Bollywood diva Dimple Kapadia . 'Enough about me — can I get to know you now?' That one line from Dimple Kapadia stayed with Rajesh Kumar long after the shoot wrapped. In a recent interview with Galatta India, the Sarabhai vs Sarabhai actor fondly recalled a beautiful moment he shared with the veteran actress while filming Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya in Jaisalmer. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Data Science Leadership Healthcare Finance Public Policy Others Cybersecurity others Design Thinking Artificial Intelligence Operations Management Data Analytics MCA Product Management Data Science MBA Technology Digital Marketing healthcare CXO Degree Project Management PGDM Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Rajesh revealed that while they were shooting in Jaisalmer, during a shift break, a few people were sitting around — Dimple Kapadia included. Everyone started talking about her films, her iconic songs, her performances — it was all about her. But then, Dimple Kapadia did something unexpected. After a few minutes, she smiled and said, "Okay, okay, enough about me… can I get to know you all now?" That simple question changed the tone of the conversation completely. For Rajesh Kumar, that's when the real conversation started. According to him, the general notion is to shower praise on a successful person one meets and then move on, and the other person just politely expresses gratitude. He reflected on how rare it is to have genuine human interactions in the fast-paced world of film sets. He mentioned how actors spend 12 hours a day working together, but do not even know each other's stories. But his moment with Dimple Kapadia continues to remind him of how much actors miss out in their work environment if they are not making efforts to connect.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Feels surreal": 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai' star Rajesh Kumar on starting second innings with Saiyaara
Actor , best known for 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai,' has made a stellar comeback to acting with 'Saiyaara.' Rajesh is seen as Aneet Padda's on-screen father in the film. Speaking to ANI, the actor expressed gratitude over embarking on his second innings as he shared, "It feels surreal. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now For me individually, I have begun a second innings in film. There is gratitude for the fact that I have been a part of the biggest blockbuster one can expect in life. I still can't believe it. Every character is getting noticed. Individual performances are being observed and have received praise." Noting that the whole approach of making the film was "inclusive," Rajesh added, "Everyone was working towards the film. Whatever we did, it was all for Mohit Suri's vision. The numbers, the shows, and the love have proven it." The actor also emphasised that 'Saiyaara' has created an ecosystem for everyone to rely on, adding that the influence is present almost everywhere. "What can be a better way for Bollywood to leave an impact - on the audiences and even on the local economy," he continued. In response to the craze among audiences in cinema halls, Rajesh drew parallels between generations and their reactions to films. "Every generation outpours their love for that one particular film. If I tell my kid about Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, he won't be able to relate to it. Aashiqui had a generation, and similarly, Saiyaara has got a generation. So, films are made on the expectations of the generation," the actor said. He explained that the film has turned out to be relatable as the concept is "believable and humane." Rajesh also went on to describe his experience in 'Saiyaara' as a "dream come true" moment, with the involvement of YRF, debutant actors, and such a big team. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "When I was in the industry back then, I did only 2-3 films. In my age bracket, there is a requirement for characters like mine. So, I think my placement in the second innings has been done perfectly. I am exploring all the dimensions and I am getting different roles," he said. During the conversation, the actor also dropped hints about his upcoming films with filmmakers Anurag Kashyap and Amit Rai. Nonetheless, 'Saiyaara,' which released on July 18, has received rave reviews from fans and critics alike.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Saiyaara actor took up farming and sold vegetables to teach kids respect. Says it made him a better performer despite going bankrupt
Rajesh Kumar , widely loved for his comic timing as Rosesh in the cult sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai , took a path few actors dare to tread. At the peak of his career, he walked away from the glamour of the entertainment industry to get his hands dirty—literally. His goal? To teach his children, and a generation of urban youth, a life lesson: that farming is not shameful. In a recent interview with Galatta India , Kumar revealed that he once sold vegetables outside his son's school after taking up agriculture full-time. His intent was clear—not publicity, but perspective. 'I wanted to prove a point that being a farmer is not a bad thing,' he said. The Real Lesson Was Off-Screen The actor's decision wasn't born out of mere whim. Kumar was driven by a deeper mission to instill respect for the farming community, especially in children growing up far removed from the soil. 'To educate them, I went outside my son's school and sold vegetables,' he shared. 'It was to show them that no work is small… I wanted my children to respect farmers.' While most would hide behind a facade of fame, Kumar stood on the street selling produce, not as an actor-turned-vendor, but as a father on a mission. You Might Also Like: 'Saiyaara' fan shows off her dancing skills to title track; video goes viral Bankruptcy, But Not Broken The road was anything but smooth. Farming didn't bring him riches—it brought debt. 'The news about bankruptcy was true,' he confirmed. 'I am still paying it off. I'm left with about 10–12% of it now.' Yet even in loss, Kumar found value. 'Farming helped me become a better actor. Now, whenever my role demands emotions, I simply remember my farming days and tear up,' he quipped. 'I don't have to imagine a tragedy—I just think of the day the farm caught fire.' Battling the Biases For Kumar, the hardest part of farming wasn't the labor—it was breaking stereotypes. 'Farming is not difficult,' he said. 'The real challenge is convincing educated people to buy what you grow and believe that it is organic. Teaching the educated is the toughest job in the world.' Despite his financial struggles , he continues to advocate for sustainable living , organic food , and awareness about millets. He regularly shares agriculture-related content on his social media and speaks at events to educate young minds. You Might Also Like: Saiyaara actress Aneet Padda worked with big brands even before Bollywood debut. The kind most newcomers dream of While the fields didn't fill his pockets, they did enrich his craft. Farming, Kumar says, gave him a depth of emotion that formal training never could. 'It actually made me a more emotionally available actor,' he shared. With a chuckle, he added, 'Now I don't need to imagine tragic scenes like someone's death to cry on cue—I just recall the day my farm went up in flames. That pain was real.' A Return to the Screen, But With Roots Still in Soil Now seen in Mohit Suri's blockbuster Saiyaara , playing Aneet Padda's father, Kumar says he has returned to acting with greater emotional depth. But his outlook toward the industry remains critical. In the same interview, he criticized the hierarchy system in Bollywood . 'The system is changing, but it still exists. I've felt it myself. Sometimes even sitting on the same couch as a bigger actor becomes difficult.' He recalled how genuine interactions—like one with Dimple Kapadia in Jaisalmer—are rare but necessary. 'She paused a conversation about herself and asked us about our stories. That's real connection.' You Might Also Like: Ahaan Panday's mother shares emotional note with childhood pics after his dream debut in Saiyaara: 'You always pointed up to the stars'
