‘Main sadko pe aa jaunga’: Shah Rukh Khan’s Main Hoon Na co-star Kabir Bedi recalls losing work opportunities after son’s death

Kabir Bedi is a renowned actor from India who has graced screens worldwide, traversing various continents in his acting career. Notably, he starred in a James Bond film and acted alongside popular Bollywood stars such as Hrithik Roshan, Akshay Kumar, among others. However, there was a period of hardship in his life when he faced financial struggles and missed out on work opportunities following the demise of his son. In times of adversity, he even contemplated homelessness, expressing the thought ‘I will be homeless.’ Continue reading to learn more about this versatile actor’s journey!

Kabir Bedi, an esteemed Bollywood actor recognized both in India and overseas, faced a tough time in the 90s despite his successful acting career. In an interview with BBC News Hindi, he revealed, “There was a moment when I was devastated,” not just because of financial struggles but also due to emotional distress as all my investments were failing at that particular time.

In the late 1990s, a challenging phase occurred in the life of the veteran actor, as his son Siddharth, born to Protima Bedi, had passed away. During this time, he found himself struggling, often attending auditions yet failing to comprehend the lines he was supposed to speak. This confusion resulted in losing roles and opportunities, causing a downward spiral in his career.

One day, I found myself reflecting, “If this trajectory persists, I could potentially lose everything, even my home.” Reminding myself of my past accomplishments – from navigating the bustling streets of Delhi to reaching Mumbai and eventually flying across Europe to achieve stardom – I gathered my resolve. Thus, the actor from Kacche Dhaage decided to relocate to England, methodically rebuilding my life, one project at a time.

Among the many well-known films starring Kabir Bedi are “I Gave My Heart to You,” “The Spy’s Romantic Adventure,” “An Enduring Love Story at the Taj Mahal,” “Kites,” “The Brave Ones,” “Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster 3,” “Berlin,” and several others.

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2025-05-23 20:37