Subhash Ghai : Shatrughan Sinha used to be ‘overconfident’
Subhash Ghai, the veteran filmmaker, recently shared candid insights about Bollywood actors Jackie Shroff and Shatrughan Sinha. He called Jackie Shroff a “bad actor” when he first cast him in Hero in 1983, admitting that Shroff knew nothing about cinema at the time.
However, Ghai praised Shroff’s evolution into a talented performer over the years. He also mentioned that Shatrughan Sinha, who starred in Ghai’s directorial debut Kalicharan, used to be “overconfident,” but this confidence helped him deliver powerful performances.
Ghai‘s reflections highlight the personal growth and professional journeys of these iconic actors. Subhash Ghai’s remarks reflect his deep understanding of the film industry and his ability to nurture talent.
He acknowledged Jackie Shroff’s transformation from a novice to a versatile actor over the years, while also pointing out the youthful overconfidence of Shatrughan Sinha, which he believes contributed to the actor’s commanding on-screen presence. Ghai‘s comments are a testament to the evolving nature of acting careers, shaped by experience and guided by mentors like him.
