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Time of India
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vipin Sharma talks about playing cross-dressing father in Dhadak 2: 'Taare Zameen Par ke baad bohot galiyan…'
Vipin Sharma, famed for 'Taare Zameen Par,' discussed his role as a cross-dressing father in 'Dhadak 2,' calling it a beautiful experience. He aimed to overcome past criticism and showcase a father's loving heart. Sharma shared his surprise at resembling his mother when dressed as a woman and praised 'Dhadak 2' stars Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi. Vipin Sharma , widely remembered for his role as the strict father in Taare Zameen Par, recently opened up about his challenging yet rewarding experience playing a cross-dressing father in Dhadak 2. In an interview, he reflected on overcoming past criticism, embracing new dimensions of his craft, and his admiration for the film's young leads. Finding beauty in the role When asked about playing a cross-dressing dad, Vipin told News18 that he found the role beautiful. He also mentioned that after his role in Taare Zameen Par, he faced a lot of criticism and wanted to redeem himself by showing that every father has a loving heart. Facing criticism from misconceptions Talking about facing criticism for his role in Taare Zameen Par, the actor shared an incident where an assistant director told a filmmaker that he was very arrogant without even meeting him. When Vipin confronted the assistant director, he learned that this misconception was because of his character in the film. Sharma had always wanted to play a female character, and the show Monkey Man helped him fulfill that dream. He shared that wearing a saree for the role showed him how graceful the attire truly is, calling it the most elegant outfit in the world. A personal transformation Vipin also shared that dressing up as a woman brought a deep, unexpected change within him, allowing him to discover a different side of himself. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The #1 Mistake People with Ringing Ears Make Every Night in Bed Derila Ergo Undo He also recalled a major realization while preparing for the role—when he first saw himself in a saree, he noticed he resembled his mother, something he had never realized before, as he always thought he looked like his father. He also praised the lead actors of Dhadak 2, Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi , calling them wonderful people. He shared that watching Triptii on screen stirred a wave of emotions in him. About Dhadak 2 Dhadak 2 tells the story of a law student who falls in love with a classmate but faces family abuse because of caste differences. The film has been praised for its sensitive handling of casteism. Produced by Karan Johar 's Dharma Productions, Zee Studios, and Cloud 9 Pictures, Dhadak 2 was originally set to release in November last year but faced several delays, reportedly due to issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). It is a spiritual sequel to the 2018 film Dhadak.
News18
09-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vipin Sharma On Playing Cross-Dressing Father In Dhadak 2: ‘Taare Zameen Par Ke Baad Bohot Galiyan…'
Last Updated: Vipin Sharma opens up about facing criticism after Taare Zameen Par and how playing a cross-dressing father in Dhadak 2 helped him redeem himself. In a career spanning almost two decades, Vipin Sharma has been a part of several movies, but his character in Aamir Khan's Taare Zameen Par as an arrogant dad is one of the most iconic and remembered. Now, as he yet again plays a dad in Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri starrer Dhadak 2, the actor, in conversation with us at News18, revealed how he faced problems playing an arrogant dad and wanted to redeem himself with this film. When asked if he had any hesitation playing a cross-dressing dad, the actor shared, 'I think the whole idea of this role was very beautiful to me. Also, Taare Zameen Par ke baad bohot galiyan padhi thi. I wanted to redeem myself and share that there is a heart inside every father." Further, when we spoke to him about facing something close to trolling for his role in the Aamir Khan starrer, he revealed an incident when an assistant director told a filmmaker that Vipin Sharma is very arrogant without even meeting him. When Vipin confronted the AD, he revealed that he has that image because of his role in Taare Zameen Par. Vipin Sharma had the wish to play a female character, and Monkey Man helped him fulfill that wish. When asked how this one was special to him, Sharma revealed, 'Monkey Man definitely was the first one that made my dream come true — to make me wear a saree and see how graceful it is. Trust me, it is the most graceful attire in the entire world." 'I have realized that dressing up as a girl has brought something, something deep inside me has shifted; it just allowed me to see a different part of me," he added, and continued that while getting ready for his character in this one he had a major realization and stated, 'When I first saw myself in a saree, I realized that I actually look like my mom, and I had never realized that before. I always thought that I looked like my father, but it was the first time I realized I looked like my mom." Dhadak 2 starred Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi as the main leads, and when we questioned him about the two young talents, he shared, 'They are beautiful people. They both are very nice, and I don't know what happened to me—I was telling Triptii that I was getting a rage of emotions watching her on screen." Dhadak 2 follows a law student who falls in love with a classmate, only to face abuse from her family due to caste inequalities. It has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of casteism. Produced by Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, Zee Studios, and Cloud 9 Pictures, Dhadak 2 was initially slated for release in November last year but faced multiple delays, reportedly due to issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film serves as a spiritual sequel to the 2018 release Dhadak. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vipin Sharma On Playing A Cross-Dressing Father In Dhadak 2: 'The Role Was A Familiar Territory'
Last Updated: Vipin Sharma calls his Dhadak 2 role 'very familiar territory' and opens up about connecting deeply with the film's themes of caste and marginalisation. Veteran actor Vipin Sharma has always been one of the silent powerhouses of Hindi cinema. From his unforgettable performance as the emotionally distant father in Taare Zameen Par to his intense roles in Paan Singh Tomar, Gangs of Wasseypur, and Sirf Ek Bandaa Kaafi Hai, Sharma has carved a niche for himself with performances that are honest, grounded, and profoundly human. In Dhadak 2, however, he treads new ground—while still remaining deeply rooted in emotional truth. Portraying Mr. Ahirwar, a cross-dressing father in a film that boldly addresses caste discrimination and social marginalisation, Sharma brings a delicate vulnerability to the screen. His portrayal is neither loud nor ornamental—it's the quiet heart of the film, offering perhaps its most emotionally resonant moment. 'The compliments I'm receiving for Dhadak 2 have truly surprised me," Sharma shares. 'The film is about discrimination—the struggles of the lower caste community being marginalised. My role in the film represents that struggle. I feel deeply connected to it because I've grown up in a similar environment." Recalling a personal anecdote that mirrors the hesitation his character might have felt, he adds, 'It once took me three hours to gather the courage to walk into the Doordarshan office in Delhi, just to enquire about a 10-minute youth programme on Yuva Vani. That fear, that hesitation—I know it intimately." When asked about his preparation for the role, Sharma reveals that it required no elaborate research or external references. 'This role was very familiar territory. I've lived this life, seen these struggles up close. What helped was being surrounded by filmmakers who are committed to telling important, authentic stories. It's been a privilege to be a part of some of the most significant films in Hindi cinema in recent times. I'm grateful to those who continue to trust me with such responsibilities." Directed by Shazia Iqbal, Dhadak 2 follows Neelesh (played by Siddhant Chaturvedi), a lower-caste law student, and Vidhi (Triptii Dimri), an upper-caste woman, as they fall in love and battle a deeply ingrained, casteist society. A remake of the acclaimed Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal, the film doesn't shy away from confronting uncomfortable truths. Also starring Zakir Hussain, Saurabh Sachdeva, and Deeksha Joshi, Dhadak 2 navigates themes of identity, systemic oppression, and the cost of love in a divided world. Though initially scheduled for a November 2024 release, the film faced multiple delays—allegedly due to issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Now that it's finally reached the audience, Vipin Sharma's performance is being hailed as one of the most memorable—and quietly revolutionary—elements of the film. First Published: August 07, 2025, 19:27 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
