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Veteran actor calls former India captain a true ‘Cool Dude’, lauds his calm nature and humility during chance encounter on a film set
Veteran actor Anupam Kher recently shared a heartwarming anecdote involving former Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, describing the star cricketer as absolutely “real” and refreshingly genuine. The unexpected interaction took place during a shooting schedule and turned into a memorable moment for the acclaimed actor.
According to Anupam Kher, the meeting happened purely by chance when he was mistakenly guided into the wrong vanity van at the shoot location. With several vanity vans parked on the set, the actor accidentally walked into one that belonged to Rohit Sharma. To his surprise, he found the legendary cricketer along with his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, inside. What could have been an awkward situation instead became a warm and pleasant interaction.
Taking to his official Instagram handle, Anupam Kher shared pictures from the meeting and narrated the incident in his own words. He expressed his admiration for Rohit Sharma, calling him his favourite cricketer, and also praised Ritika Sajdeh for being a strong and supportive partner. The actor described the meeting as “accidental but great,” highlighting the warmth and simplicity he experienced during the brief interaction.
Anupam went on to elaborate on what sets Rohit Sharma apart, not just as a cricketer but also as a person. He praised Rohit for his calm demeanour, easy laughter, and complete lack of pretence. According to the actor, Rohit does not chase titles or attempt to create a larger-than-life image for himself. Instead, he remains grounded, natural, and unchanged, whether on the field or in front of the paparazzi.
Calling this authenticity Rohit Sharma’s greatest quality, Anupam Kher said the cricketer’s ability to stay true to himself makes him the ultimate “cool dude.” He added that while heroes in sports and cinema often receive grand titles, Rohit stands out because of his effortless humility and genuine personality.
Concluding his post, Anupam expressed gratitude for the lovely time spent together and extended his prayers and best wishes to Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh for a long and healthy life.
On the work front, Anupam Kher is currently busy shooting for his upcoming project with renowned filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya.