Rajkummar Rao is one of the finest that Bollywood has produced in a very long time. I’m no trade expert but I remember watching ‘Shahid’ and telling myself, ‘I’m not missing any movie by this man.’
While the credit is equally shared with his director, Hansal Mehta, Rajkummar Rao had me on my knees thanking God for such a talent.
Be it his quirks as an actor or his prowess on screen, Rajkummar has never done it and not meant it! Hey, but if you still ask why, I have a list ready for you. Shall we?
So, here are 10 reasons why Rajkummar Rao is a talent, a masterpiece in making.
1. In the noise of nepotism, Rajkummar Rao has found his voice.
Raj (as I call him in my dreams) doesn’t come from a family of actors but that didn’t stop him from making his own place in the industry of pals. From performing in plays in Delhi to the silver-screen in Mumbai, he has truly come a long way.
2. He is nowhere close to the conventional mould of a hero Bollywood is obsessed with.
Apart from being a powerhouse performer, Rajkummar is every movie buff’s dream come true. Be it his risque roles or the way he delivers them, there is nothing cliche about the man of the moment!
3. ‘Versatile’ is his middle name!
I don’t think I can speak enough about Rajkummar and his innumerable transformations that constitute his body of work. A fine one, at that! As versatile as a chameleon, the 33-year-old actor embodies finesse of a veteran. Be it playing a transgender or a 324-year-old fictional character, it his conviction that speaks volumes.
4. His unmatched dedication and commitment to his craft.
I don’t think the picture needs any explaining but it is Rajkummar Rao we are talking about! He, till date, has played several characters and no role takes the limelight away from another. Just luck? I don’t think so. This is what dedication looks like.
5. He has no air about being a star!
Now, this is a trait we seldom see. Even after proving his mettle (more than once), Raj is not complacent like his contemporaries. In fact, he is as humble as it can get. And I can’t think of a more important virtue that makes a star, a superstar!
6. He stands out even in multi-starer films. And how!
Govind from ‘Kai Po Che’ had his own character flaws but it was Rajkummar’s talent that made him stand out amongst other protagonists. In fact, he was even nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Filmfare Award.
7. Having started his career from theatre, Rajkummar is an inspiration to aspiring newbies.
If you didn’t know this already, Rajkummar used to act in plays and is an FTII graduate. And needless to say, he has now opened the doors of Bollywood to more talent than ever. Not only that, he has also become the role model for anyone who wants to make it in the showbiz.
8. Remember when he had the best advice for today’s star-kids?
This not only says about his method as an actor but also the kind of person he is, even off the camera. I don’t know about you but this screams ‘integrity’ to me.
9. He is not the one who chases the 100 crore club. The reward? National Award.
Rajkummar Rao doesn’t confine himself to camps. And his choice of films reflects that. Be it a ‘Shahid’ Or ‘Citylights’, the actor believes in the perks that matter.
10. He is one of the few who push boundaries with every role.
Not your regular Hindi masala films that exist to meet the ‘demand’ but classy and fine films that progeny will talk about, that’s more Rajkummar’s style. Be it his latest ‘Newton’ where he fights the system for a fair electoral or ‘Aligarh’ where he stands with Manoj Baypayee to normalise homosexuality, Raj is breaking glass ceilings with every role he plays.
So little time and already so much to credit for! You are made for the skies, Rajkummar. Don’t let anybody tell you otherwise. P. S- We Love you! <3