When Hrithik Roshan thought he was ‘crap and horrible’ at playing ‘dude’ in movies and called Koi… Mil Gaya ‘tailor-made for him’

When Hrithik Roshan thought he was 'crap and horrible' at playing 'dude' in movies and called Koi... Mil Gaya 'tailor-made for him'

As a devoted admirer of Hrithik Roshan‘s enchanting acting prowess, I must say that his journey as a versatile actor has been nothing short of captivating. His candid revelations about his initial discomfort with ‘dude’ roles provide us a rare glimpse into the mind of an artist who is not afraid to confront his own limitations and grow beyond them.


The highly skilled and charming actor Hrithik Roshan, often referred to as Bollywood’s ‘Greek God,’ leaves fans swooning with his captivating personality, adaptable acting skills, and mesmerizing dance routines. While some adoring fans continue to appreciate the iconic hook step from the song Ek Pal Ka Jeena in Kaho Naa…Pyaar Hai, others praise his significant roles such as Koi…Mil Gaya, Guzaarish, and Lakshya among others. In an earlier interview, the 50-year-old actor admitted that he struggled with playing ‘dude’ characters and considered Rakesh Roshan’s 2003 film, Koi…Mil Gaya, to be a perfect fit for him.

In my personal perspective, reflecting upon Hrithik Roshan’s career evolution over the years, it seems that he might have decided to move away from portraying ‘cool dude’ characters based on his growth and maturity as an artist. As we all know, life experiences can significantly shape an actor’s choices, and Hrithik might have found that these types of roles no longer aligned with the depth and complexity he wanted to explore in his craft. It is always fascinating to witness how artists evolve throughout their careers, and it will be exciting to see what unique characters Hrithik Roshan takes on next.

Initially, Hrithik Roshan found discomfort with portraying ‘dude’ characters as they didn’t align well with him, he admitted. He enjoyed the roles he played in Kaho Naa…Pyaar Hai and Fiza, but felt pressured to meet audience expectations for his subsequent roles. These roles didn’t seem like a natural fit for him, causing him some unease during that period.

Hrithik went on to explain that he finds ‘dude’ intriguing only if his character has a “backstory, role, and significance.” The actor from The Fighter wasn’t keen on portraying such characters initially, but he did so because, as a novice actor, he was eager for new experiences, the star pointed out.

After working on YRF’s Dhoom 2, the actor from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham admitted to finding his inner “casual guy.” Prior to this, he had thought that being a “dude” was simply about having good looks, wearing stylish clothes, and being a skilled dancer.

In my attempts to excel, I found myself scattered and struggling. To put it mildly, I wasn’t at my best, and there were moments when I felt far from graceful in my endeavors. However, a transformative moment came when my father, Rakesh Roshan, shared his concept for Koi…Mil Gaya. The main character resonated deeply within me, and I found myself irresistibly drawn to the project.

Hrithik was utterly astonished when he found out that the character he portrayed in the 2003 movie was mentally challenged. He revealed that he became deeply immersed in the world of his sensitive role.

He seemed perfectly suited to it, as if it were designed just for him. Consequently, he felt an immediate connection, much like a fish in water, and he was certain that this was his place. To put it another way, it appeared destined for him, so he embraced it wholeheartedly. Has Koi…Mil Gaya been on your watchlist?

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2024-08-10 01:52