Manoj Bajpayee Recalls A Time When Yash Chopra Was Nervous About Veer-Zara; Says He Thought He

New Delhi: Manoj Bajpayee has begun a 2.0 acting career with the success of TV shows like ‘The Family Man’. The veteran actor has received his due with the success of the Raj & DK series on Prime Video. The OTT star has created a new kind of fan base with his performances on OTT platforms such as the one mentioned above. Recently, Manoj Bajpayee spoke about his career, how he started out, and his films and work at the second edition of ABP Network Ideas of India.

Among many interesting anecdotes and experiences, Manoj Bajpayee mentioned a time when he was sitting next to filmmaker-producer Yash Chopra. Mr Bajpayee recalled that he was amazed to see a big-shot filmmaker like Yash Chopra nervous.

Manoj Bajpayee recalled a time when he was sitting next to Yash Chopra who was nervous about the release of SRK, Rani Mukerji and Priety Zinta starrer iconic film ‘Veer-Zara’. He said, “Yash Chopra Veer Zara ko leke nervous the, to mujhe laga ( Yash Chopra was nervous about Veer Zara and I thought) he playing humble then he said, ‘If I knew the formula of a hit film, why would I make the series of flops I have’.

The ‘Satya’ actor added how when such a big filmmaker can be unsure about his work, there can be no sure shot formula for success. One never knows what happens in the industry; what will work and what will not work and thus, as people we should not pay heed to people who preach and act like they know everything.

To catch highlights of Manoj Bajpayee’s conversation, click here.

ABP Network Ideas Of India Summit is back for its second edition. On February 24 and 25, eminent personalities from all walks of life will share their thoughts on pertinent topics and issues, ranging from climate catastrophe to India’s position as a new global power player.

Catch the ABP Network Ideas of India Summit here.