Amidst the glitter and glamour of the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, Bollywood icon Sunny Deol took a poignant journey down memory lane. The action star, riding high on the success of his recent blockbuster “Gadar 2,” opened up about the challenging times he faced after the monumental success of “Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.”
Sunny Deol gets emotional tears on stage opening up about his bad phase in Bollywood
In a candid conversation, Sunny revealed the emotional turbulence he experienced post the massive success of “Gadar.” Despite the resounding triumph, the actor faced a period of struggle characterized by a lack of quality scripts and projects, marking a challenging phase in his illustrious career.
“I was very fortunate. I started with Rahul. He gave me three beautiful films. Some worked, some didn’t. But till today, people remember those films. I am standing here because of my films. After Gadar, which was a massive hit, my struggle period had started because subjects or scripts were not offered to me, and things were not happening,” shared Sunny.
Despite the hurdles, Sunny Deol persevered, emphasizing that he joined films to become an actor, not just a star. He affirmed his commitment to the craft, reflecting on his passion for films, inspired by the cinematic legacy of his father.
Director Rajkumar Santoshi paid tribute to Sunny Deol’s talent, expressing his belief that the industry had not done justice to it. The heartfelt tribute left Sunny Deol visibly moved, shedding tears as the weight of his journey and the industry’s recognition resonated.
In a triumphant return, Sunny Deol graced the silver screen with “Gadar 2: The Katha Continues,” proving that his cinematic charisma remains unbridled. The film, co-starring Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma, set the box office ablaze, marking another chapter in Sunny Deol’s career.
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