Sooraj Pancholi shares how Jiah Khan case brought him closer to dad Aditya Pancholi, family: ‘Couldn’t make eye contact…’

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Sooraj Pancholi, a well-known Bollywood actor, recently returned with a bang in the film “Kesari Veer” alongside Suniel Shetty, and his acting skills are receiving much acclaim. He has now opened up about the case involving Jiah Khan, revealing how difficult times drew him near to his father Aditya Pancholi and the entire family. In those challenging days, he mentioned that it was hard for them to maintain eye contact due to the emotional turmoil.

In his latest chat with SCREEN, Sooraj Pancholi shared that his relationship with his family has improved significantly. There was a time when emotional turmoil prevented open communication among them. Now, they can exchange glances and reminisce about the past without any discomfort. When such difficult situations affect a family, they naturally grow closer. Before the incident, their bond wasn’t as strong, but the experience has brought them much closer.

In a heartfelt discussion, the star known for Kesari Veer spoke candidly about his relationship with his father Aditya Pancholi. Prior to a significant event, their bond wasn’t particularly strong. However, following this incident, he gained a deeper understanding of his dad. He also shared that his father has been an unwavering pillar of support for him and his sister throughout their lives. Additionally, the actor confessed to learning the importance of being supportive in all circumstances.

Sooraj Pancholi mentioned that not much has changed in him due to the event. He disclosed that, similar to now, he was also quite reserved in his speech beforehand. Moreover, he maintains a comparable emotional depth.

Regarding his professional life, the actor known as Hero explained that he isn’t aiming for large-scale projects but is eagerly waiting for a quality script. Drawing inspiration from Ajay Devgn’s career trajectory, particularly his role in Singham Again, he expressed his desire to follow a similar career path chosen by the esteemed actor.

Besides confessing that the incident caused others to misjudge him, Sooraj explained how it had a tranquilizing effect on his life currently. He further mentioned, “Whatever is meant to occur will transpire; not everything is within your grasp. I merely aspire to excel as an actor, sibling, partner, and companion. I aim to put forth my utmost effort. The rest lies with God and fate.

Speaking candidly about his experiences related to the Jiah Khan case, Sooraj Pancholi shared that he felt the impact in various ways, such as dealing with online trolling, being overlooked for opportunities, and watching his peers thrive while he struggled. However, he acknowledged that he had no other choice but to face these challenges.

In a different context, the performer shared insights about his twenties, stating they were primarily marked by hardship instead of living to the fullest. Yet, he feels assured about his professional journey. Nevertheless, he harbors regrets for neglecting family time and avoiding social interactions due to fear of criticism.

Instead, Sooraj expressed pride in asserting himself and opting for a challenging course to demonstrate his integrity. He further remarked, “I feel incredibly proud that I didn’t back down from the situation and battled through it. I took charge of my own well-being and conquered it with faith and optimism.

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2025-05-27 12:37