Rajesh Kumar on Saiyaara Debutants: ‘Grounded, Polished and Here to Stay’

Entertainment News: Rajesh Kumar, best known for his role as Rosesh in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, recently portrayed Aneet Padda's father in Mohit Suri's film Saiyaara. In a recent interview with Galatta India, Rajesh discussed his experience working with newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet, praising their background. He also expressed confidence that they would never become "nakchade stars".

On working with Ahaan Panday

"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 takes. After the shot ended, people clapped for him, and then he felt relaxed,” recalled Rajesh on working with the debutant.

Young actors are equipped for Bollywood, says Rajesh

Rajesh believes that the new generation of performers is extraordinarily prepared and polished. In his opinion, most of the newbies he has worked with are already prepared for the demands of Bollywood and will likely remain important for the next 25 to 30 years. He applauded their adaptability and dedication, stating that, while some may be underprepared, the bulk had clearly worked hard to earn their place in the field.

"They will be sought-after actors"

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 ‘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

Saiyaara, a love musical film directed by Mohit Suri and produced by YRF, follows the emotional journeys of Krish, a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra, an ambitious journalist. As their lives cross unexpectedly, a heartfelt friendship develops. Their love story grows with emotional depth and reality, as both face personal demons and career disappointments.