Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor, the son of veteran actor Anil Kapoor has acted in movies like Mirzya, Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, and Thar. However, a resurfaced clip of the actor has now gone viral, revealing an interesting anecdote from his early days.
In the clip, Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor candidly shared that he had a good audition for the 2012 film Life of Pi, directed by the acclaimed Ang Lee.Despite his impressive performance, Kapoor was ultimately not selected for the role, as the filmmakers felt he was “too good-looking” and “more urban” than the character they had envisioned.
As Harsh Varrdhan recalled, “I had a good audition for Life of Pi. I didn’t get the role because they wrote back saying, ‘He’s too good-looking to play Pi. Because Pi is a character from Pondi, from the South, I don’t look like…I am more urban, you know.'”
This revelation has sparked a mixed reaction from netizens, with some expressing surprise at the reasoning behind the decision, while others have questioned Harsh Varrdhan’s perceived sense of entitlement. One user commented, “Tauba tauba,” while another added, “Yeh apni dhun main mast hai, sahi hai delulu.”
Despite losing out on Life of Pi, Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor is trying to establish himself as a talented actor in the industry. He made his debut in 2016 with the romantic fantasy film Mirzya, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. While the film did not perform well at the box office, Harsh Varrdhan’s performance was widely praised by critics.
Following his debut, Kapoor appeared in the 2018 superhero film Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. The film, though not a commercial success, gained a cult following and further showcased Harsh Varrdhan’s versatility as an actor.
Harsh Varrdhan’s journey in the film industry has been marked by a mix of critical acclaim and commercial challenges.
In the clip, Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor candidly shared that he had a good audition for the 2012 film Life of Pi, directed by the acclaimed Ang Lee.Despite his impressive performance, Kapoor was ultimately not selected for the role, as the filmmakers felt he was “too good-looking” and “more urban” than the character they had envisioned.
As Harsh Varrdhan recalled, “I had a good audition for Life of Pi. I didn’t get the role because they wrote back saying, ‘He’s too good-looking to play Pi. Because Pi is a character from Pondi, from the South, I don’t look like…I am more urban, you know.'”
This revelation has sparked a mixed reaction from netizens, with some expressing surprise at the reasoning behind the decision, while others have questioned Harsh Varrdhan’s perceived sense of entitlement. One user commented, “Tauba tauba,” while another added, “Yeh apni dhun main mast hai, sahi hai delulu.”
Despite losing out on Life of Pi, Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor is trying to establish himself as a talented actor in the industry. He made his debut in 2016 with the romantic fantasy film Mirzya, directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. While the film did not perform well at the box office, Harsh Varrdhan’s performance was widely praised by critics.
Following his debut, Kapoor appeared in the 2018 superhero film Bhavesh Joshi Superhero, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. The film, though not a commercial success, gained a cult following and further showcased Harsh Varrdhan’s versatility as an actor.
Harsh Varrdhan’s journey in the film industry has been marked by a mix of critical acclaim and commercial challenges.
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