Tusshar Kapoor He has completed 25 years in Bollywood. While marking the milestone, the actor took a trip down memory lane and talked about working out kareena kapoor In his debut film ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’ in 2001. Tusshar admitted that he was completely in awe of Kareena on set, describing her as someone who was fearless, confident and calm in front of the camera, adding that she already felt like a seasoned star while still finding her way as a newcomer.
Tusshar Kapoor calls Kareena Kapoor “like a hero”.
Talking to India Today, Tusshar opened up about his experience working with Kareena and had nothing but praise for her. “Kareena’s confidence is something else. She’s one of the most entertaining people to work with, and she’s not afraid of anything. She’s like a hero,” he said. He added that his self-belief and the way he carries himself is something he has always looked up to. “There’s no such thing as a bad hair day for her,” she said. Tusshar went on to praise her screen presence, saying, “She carries herself with a certain poise, whatever film she’s in or whatever character she’s playing. There are people I’ve worked with who I really look up to and admire a lot, and Kareena is definitely one of them.”
Tusshar Kapoor on Kareena Kapoor’s confidence from day one
The actor recalled being amazed by the level of confidence and maturity that Kareena showed when she only had an old film, saying that she carried it like a veteran from day one. “Observation comes from the seed, perhaps Karisma Kapooror maybe it’s just his nature, but he’s always been a very confident person,” he added. He also opened up about their first interactions while making ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’, revealing that even though the two knew each other socially, it took them a while to connect on set because of their very different personalities.
Why Tusshar Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor broke up on the sets
Tusshar admitted that while the shy newcomer was still trying to settle down, Kareena was already acting like a seasoned pro. “He knew his lines instantly, he knew exactly how to face the camera without fear, and he was completely familiar with everyone on the set, both the guys and the crew. He knew exactly who was doing what,” he said. Their contrasting personalities on set were so stark that Tusshar admits that the two drifted apart in the early days.
How Tusshar Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor finally got together on set
“We knew each other socially before we started working together. But when we actually met and interacted on set, we realized that we were very different personalities. He’s an extrovert, and I’m an introvert. So we were distant at first because I’m not very talkative, especially when I’m working, and that was my first film,” he said. In the end, he praised Kareena for her warmth and caring nature, saying that it was her camaraderie that eventually helped the two bond on set. They later shared the screen again in ‘Jeena Sirf Merre Liye’ in 2002.
About ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’
Directed by Satish Kaushik and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, ‘Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai’ marked Tusshar Kapoor’s entry into Bollywood. The film was a remake of the 1998 Telugu hit ‘Tholi Prema’. Anu Malik composed the music while Sameer penned the lyrics. The soundtrack went on to become the second best-selling album of the year, according to Box Office India.
