Anupam Kher reflected on his remarkable career trajectory during an International Film Festival of India masterclass, emphasizing perseverance as fundamental to success. The veteran performer gained prominence at 28 by portraying a pensioner in Mahesh Bhatt's Saaransh before expanding into Hollywood productions and working across numerous Indian language cinemas.
The actor recalled his transformative experience on Silver Linings Playbook, where his longtime idol Robert De Niro initially questioned his character's presence in a pivotal sequence. Kher risked dismissal by defending his interpretation, a bold stance that ultimately earned De Niro's respect and forged a lasting friendship between the two performers. The Hollywood legend later praised Kher's work privately.
Throughout the session, Kher championed resilience over resignation, arguing that obstacles shape compelling life narratives rather than diminishing them. He characterized setbacks as temporary circumstances rather than personal definitions, urging aspiring artists to view their journeys as worthy of triumphant conclusions.
The actor recalled his transformative experience on Silver Linings Playbook, where his longtime idol Robert De Niro initially questioned his character's presence in a pivotal sequence. Kher risked dismissal by defending his interpretation, a bold stance that ultimately earned De Niro's respect and forged a lasting friendship between the two performers. The Hollywood legend later praised Kher's work privately.
Throughout the session, Kher championed resilience over resignation, arguing that obstacles shape compelling life narratives rather than diminishing them. He characterized setbacks as temporary circumstances rather than personal definitions, urging aspiring artists to view their journeys as worthy of triumphant conclusions.
