Anupam Kher at 550 Films: Why He Calls This Just the 'Interval'

Anupam Kher has started shooting for his landmark 550th film, "Khosla Ka Ghosla 2". He took a moment to reflect on his incredible journey from arriving in Mumbai in 1981 to this major milestone. Interestingly, he doesn't see this as an end point but rather as just the "interval" in his career, feeling he has much more to offer. The actor shared heartfelt gratitude for the directors, co-actors, and audiences who have supported him throughout his long and successful run.

Key Points: Anupam Kher Begins 550th Film Khosla Ka Ghosla 2

  • Kher recalls being called the 'Marathon Man of Indian Cinema' at Cannes
  • He landed in Mumbai in 1981 with just dreams and immense gratitude
  • The actor believes he has only reached the 'interval point' of his career
  • He credits his optimism and audience support for his enduring survival
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Anupam Kher reflects on his cinematic journey as he commences his 550th film 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2'

Anupam Kher reflects on his 550-film journey as he starts shooting 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2', expressing gratitude and calling it just the 'interval'.

Anupam Kher reflects on his cinematic journey as he commences his 550th film 'Khosla Ka Ghosla 2'
"So You are the MARATHON MAN of Indian Cinema!! - International Director at Cannes"

Mumbai, Jan 3

Veteran actor Anupam Kher decided to take a moment and reflect on his challenging yet fulfilling cinematic journey on the first day of shooting his 550th film, "Khosla Ka Ghosla 2".

Kher shared a remark by an International director during the Cannes Film Festival last year.

"So You are the MARATHON MAN of Indian Cinema!!" Said an International Director at the #CannesFilmFestival last year when I told him the number of films I have acted in! (sic)," he recalled.

Looking back at the day when he first arrived in Mumbai in 1981 with just a heart full of dreams, Kher wrote on his Instagram, "So today as I start my 550th film #KhoslaKaGhosla2 my heart is filled with GRATITUDE and THANKFULNESS ! When I landed in #Mumbai, the city of dreams on the 3rd June 1981 never had I dreamt that I will reach this LANDMARK of 550 films."

Kher claimed that despite his long journey, he has only reached his 'interval' point and still has a lot more to give.

"But here I am in Delhi ready to give my first shot for KKG2. Just FYI I genuinely feel I have so much to give, so much to do! I have reached only the 'interval point' of my life and my career! Dreams have no EXPIRY date!," the veteran actor wrote.

Revealing his biggest strength during these years, he added, "My Optimism, my Never Giving up attitude and my ability to Work Hard has been my biggest strengths!"

However, Kher also credited his directors, producers, and the audience for his long stay in the industry.

Expressing his gratitude, he shared, "But my survival for all these years has only been possible because of the support I got from all my producers, directors, co-actors, technicians and above all YOU, my AUDIENCES! Without your support reaching this landmark would never have been possible! So a big heartfelt THANK YOU! Jai Ho! Jai Hind! Om Namah Shivay!"

- IANS

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Sarah B
His optimism is truly infectious. "Dreams have no expiry date" – what a powerful message for anyone, at any age. He's a national treasure.
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Vikram M
Respect for the hard work, no doubt. But honestly, with 550 films, the quality has been very inconsistent. Some roles are iconic, others feel like he's just going through the motions for a paycheck. Hope KKG2 brings back the magic of the original.
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Priya S
His journey is the story of Mumbai itself. Landed with nothing but dreams and built an empire through sheer hard work and talent. A true self-made man. Jai Ho, Anupam sir! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The "interval point" at 550 films? That's mind-blowing productivity and passion. Most actors in Hollywood would have retired long before. His work ethic is legendary.
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Kavya N
So heartwarming to see him credit the audience. We grew up watching him - from Saaransh to DDLJ to A Wednesday! He's been a part of our family movie nights. Wishing him all the best for the sequel!

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