Shahid Kapoor reveals why he did not like himself in Deepika Padukone-Ranveer Singh starrer Padmaavat

Shahid Kapoor recently opened up on one character that he would like to play again by going back in time. And it is none other than his character in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Padmaavat co-starring Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh and more.

By Shivani Pawaskar
Published: June 7, 2023 8:09 AM IST

Shahid Kapoor has been impressing everyone with his versatility these days. He has been taking up impressive subjects in the last couple of years and showcasing his talent, much to the happiness of fans and critics. Would there be any role that Shahid would like to differently? Why yes! Shahid Kapoor has revealed that he would like to replay his character from Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh starrer Padmaavat. Shahid says he disliked himself in the movie. Read on to know why... Also Read - When Ranbir Kapoor dismissed claims of being ‘insecure’ about Ranveer Singh, Shahid Kapoor and other contemporaries

Shahid Kapoor says he disliked himself in Padmaavat

While talking to an entertainment news portal online, Shahid Kapoor was asked if he could go back in time and replay any character from any movie starring himself. Shahid, at first shares that he would be happy to try most of them. But when prodded, Shahid names Padmaavat. Shahid adds that he did not like himself. "I was too uptight," claims Shahid Kapoor. He shares he did not bring out other elements of his personality and got stuck in a different head space. The actor shares that he is being candid and maybe other people liked it but he could have essayed it differently. Shahid Kapoor essayed the role of Maharawal Ratan Singh to Deepika Padukone's Padmaavati. Ranveer Singh, on the other hand, played the role of Alauddin Khilji, the lead antagonist. Also Read - Aaradhya Bachchan to Misha Kapoor: Bollywood star kids who are amazing photographers

Watch the video of Shahid Kapoor sharing the role he would replay here:

In the same interview, Shahid reveals how he felt lonely at the age of 33-34 and wanted to have someone in his life. He recalls coming home after winning awards to his dog and no one else. He did not like that life. He was happy and single and doing great in his career but he was lonely. He wanted a companion and that's how the arranged marriage with Mira Rajput happened. How sweet is this confession and how brave is the one above. Also Read - Govinda-Gadar, Saif Ali Khan-DDLJ: These Top 10 Bollywood celebs refused films that became huge blockbusters

Shahid Kapoor work front

Meanwhile, on his professional front right now, he has Bloody Daddy, releasing on June 9. It is an action film debut of the actor alongside Ronit Roy, Sanjay Kapoor and more. Bloody Daddy is releasing on Jio Cinemas. He also has an untitled film with Kriti Sanon in the pipeline. He was last seen in Jersey opposite Mrunal Thakur.

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ByShivani Pawaskar
Published: June 7, 2023 8:09 AM IST