Anupam Kher: A Journey of 500+ Films, Failures, Life & Love | Karishma Mehta | EP 80

“I had come to Mumbai with a lot of hope, but initially, I felt all this city did was humiliate me. Coming from a humble family, I didn’t fear struggles or failures – my grandfather had said once, ‘When you are poor, the cheapest thing you can get is ‘happiness’!’ So I was happy with whatever life threw my way. But after almost 2 years with no work, and countless days of sleeping on the railway platform, I was losing hope. That’s when, once again, my grandfather’s words came to my rescue; he said, ‘Bheege hue insaan ko barish se kya dar? Keep going at it!’ I was already there, I was already struggling, a little more struggle wouldn’t have affected me. So I stayed back, and a year later, I had signed my first movie. The rest is history…”

A true icon of the silver screen, an actor whose talent knows no bounds, and a man whose journey from humble beginnings to international acclaim has inspired millions – Anupam Kher. He's not just a face on the screen; he's a storyteller, a philosopher, and a living testament to the power of perseverance.

With a career spanning decades, and with iconic films like DDLG, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, and A Wednesday, Anupam Kher has not just acted in films; he has woven himself into the very fabric of Indian cinema. His ability to bring characters to life with depth, emotion, and authenticity is unparalleled, earning him numerous awards and accolades in the process.

But beyond the glitz and glamour of the movies, Anupam Kher is a beacon of wisdom, a son, a husband, and a father. Amidst his illustrious career, these roles remain the cornerstone of his identity, highlighting the depth of his character beyond the silver screen.

Get ready to embark on a journey through the highs and lows, the victories and challenges of a man who dared to dream and saw all his dreams come true. Join us as we unravel the secrets behind his success, and discover how the hell did he do it.

We talked about:
. Growing up in a humble background
. Lessons he learned from his father and grandfather
. What does failure mean to him?
. Behind the sets of DDLJ
. On his struggle in Mumbai
. Early days of success – the first paycheck!
. Bond with Shahrukh, Salman, and Aamir
. Changing landscape of Bollywood
. Falling in love with Kirron Kher
. Relationship with his mother & #DulariRocks
. His friendship with Anil Kapoor & Satish Kaushik
. Dealing with the loss of Satish Kaushik
. Life Philosophy
. Advice on getting over failure

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Time Stamps
00:00 - Precap
00:36 - Making his mark on the industry
03:18 - Growing up in a humble background & lessons learned from father
07:55 - Playing the ‘cool dad’ in DDLG
10:45 - Struggles in Mumbai as a newcomer
13:40 - When he finally made it…
16:00 - Bond with Shahrukh, Salman and Aamir
20:52 - Changing landscape of Bollywood
24:13 - Love story with Kirron Kher
25:23 - #DulariRocks — fun relationship with his mother
29:10 - His friendship with Anil Kapoor & Satish Kaushik
31:19 - Kuchh bhi ho sakta hai!
33:01 - How to bounce back from failures?

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