This kid once bought ticket in black to watch David Dhawan’s movie, later became his hero, worked with Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Anil Kapoor, today he is…
It is not often that you dream, make a wish and gets fulfilled. Manifestation is a concept. It happens when you believe it, when you believe in yourself and work towards it. That’s is the story of this actor. Who once secretly watched films only to see himself work with the director of his dreams and see himself on the big silver screen himself.
This actor began his career as a host who used to set the stage with his charm. He used to compere at cultural events, college events etc. The actor in focus is Maniesh Paul.
Bought Tickets in Black, Became a Comedian and Actor
From buying tickets for David Dhawan’s film in black to being directed by him, life has truly come full circle for actor Maniesh Paul. Paul watched Dhawan’s “Judwaa”, starring Salman Khan at Delhi’s iconic Sapna Theatre, by getting tickets in black. The film left a lasting impression on him with its comedy, music, and Dhawan’s trademark masala storytelling.
Like many film enthusiasts growing up in the ’90s, Paul experienced cinema as a celebration, sometimes even going the extra mile to secure a seat for the biggest releases of the time. That memory has stayed with him — not just as a fan moment, but as a reminder of where it all began.
Turning back the clock, during a recent podcast, Paul said, “It was a very amazing feeling when David sir said me ‘Action’. I was in 10th standard when ‘Judwaa’ released and I had purchased the ticket for the film in black at Sapna Theatre in Delhi. It was an experience watching David Sir’s directorial on big-screen, getting tickets in black.”
“All of sudden one day, David sir called me for a role and said, Maniesh I am doing a film and I want to work with you in the film,” Paul continued. Expressing his gratitude, Paul shared, “I always believe in saying thank you to the universe and I want people should say thank you to whatever is happening.”
Paul will be a part of Dhawan’s upcoming drama, “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,” with Varun Dhawan as the protagonist.
Poised to blend a lighthearted narrative with romantic elements, the much-anticipated film is expected to see Mrunal Thakur, Kubbra Sait, Rohit Saraf, Rajeev Khandelwal, Nitish Nirmal, and Sreeleela in pivotal roles.
For those who do not know, ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’ was a hit song from Dhawan’s film “Biwi No 1”, featuring Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen.
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