Prateik Babbar, who has faced numerous challenges in his life, starting with the tragic loss of his mother, the actress Smitha Patil, due to complications during childbirth, has now found himself in a positive space both professionally and personally. In a candid conversation with DC, he opens up about his recent short film Beinteha and its profound meaning of limitlessness, which resonates with various aspects of human experience such as love, pain, anguish, and dreams.
Discussing his upcoming project Sikander, set for release by Salman Khan on Eid 2025, Babbar shares his unexpected encounter with director A.R Murugadoss, who praised his ease of collaboration. Excited about the film’s action sequences with Salman Khan, Babbar reflects on his initial apprehension working alongside the star, only to be pleasantly surprised by Khan’s supportive and jovial nature.
In Sikander, Babbar takes on a significant negative role as one of the leads, eagerly anticipating the intense face-off scenes yet to be filmed with Salman Khan. Transitioning to his experience working with the legendary Shabana Azmi in the emotionally charged Imaginary Rain, directed by Vikas Khanna, Babbar expresses his deep connection to the project and the profound bond he shares with Azmi, whom he regards as a motherly figure. The heartfelt embrace shared on their first day of filming encapsulates the special relationship they have developed, characterized by genuine care and affection.
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