Rajkummar Rao Speaks About Portraying a Real-life Character in “Srikanth”: Says ‘There’s More Hunger in Me’

Rajkummar Rao, known for his penchant for challenging roles, shared insights into his approach to acting and his upcoming film “Srikanth“, where he portrays visually impaired industrialist Srikanth Bolla.

In an interview with PTI, Rao expressed his hunger for more challenging roles in his career. He emphasized his focus on immersing himself fully into the character and storyline of each project he takes on. Rao admitted to not planning his roles in advance, noting that each character he portrays becomes his dream role at that moment. Reflecting on his journey, he acknowledged the unpredictability of his trajectory, stating, “I’m only focused on that character and that story. I’m sure there’s much more ahead for me.”

Discussing his role in “Srikanth”, Rao revealed his excitement for portraying a visually impaired character for the first time. He admitted to initially feeling unsure about taking on such a challenging role but found the prospect exhilarating. Rao explained that he is drawn to roles that push him out of his comfort zone, citing the need for extensive research and preparation for his portrayal of Srikanth. Despite the challenges, he feels a sense of duty to do justice to real-life characters like Srikanth Bolla, aiming to hit the right notes and deliver a compelling performance.

Rao’s journey in the film industry began with his debut in “Love Sex Aur Dhokha” in 2010. Over the years, he has garnered acclaim for his performances in critically acclaimed films such as “Shahid”, “Trapped”, “Bareilly Ki Barfi”, “Newton”, “Stree”, and “Monica, O My Darling”.

Directed by Tushar Hiranandani, “Srikanth” portrays the inspiring story of Srikanth Bolla’s journey, who overcame visual impairment to establish Bollant Industries. The film is set to release on May 10 and also stars Alaya F, Jyotika, and Sharad Kelkar. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishna Kumar, and Nidhi Parmar Hiranandani, “Srikanth” promises to be a compelling tale of resilience and determination.