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Remembering Sushant Singh Rajput’s brilliance on his birth anniversary with these films

From Kai Po Che! to Dil Bechara revisit these films on SSR’s birth anniversary today

Remembering Sushant Singh Rajput’s brilliance on his birth anniversary with these films
Shilpa S

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The country’s film industry had plunged into collective grief on the sudden and shocking passing of Sushant Singh Rajput. The actor was rising as a formidable force in the industry, with some breathtaking performances that earned him a devoted fan following in Bollywood.

Coming from humble beginnings, the actor had found his first calling as a dancer, being a part of the dance sequences in films such as Dhoom. He had also dabbled in theatre for a while, until his acting debut in 2013 launched his career. Sushant had managed to find his feet in cinema by only his sheer talent and dedication.

On the late star’s birth anniversary today, revisit some of his popular works in this list, which serve as testimony to his raw talent.

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Kai Po Che!

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Sushant proved his undeniable skill as an actor by hitting it out of the park right from his debut film. Kai Po Che! Tells the story of three friends who decide to open their own sports academy to train the country’s budding cricketers. Sushant stars as Ishaan, an aspiring cricketer whose dream is wrenched away from him due to factors that have nothing to do with his talent. His portrayal of the virtuous and kind hearted character is a must-watch. The film also intertwines many hard hitting themes in its narratives, including religious intolerance and political extremism.

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Chhichhore

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Chhichhore’s story would definitely strike a chord with everyone who found themselves buckling under academic pressure or ever felt they were not ‘good rough’. The film revolves around a man, Anirudh, whose son attempts suicide on failing to get into an IIT. This leads the man to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about his college days, where he and his friends were also labelled ‘losers’. The acclaimed film features a stunning performance by Sushant, who seamlessly switches from worried father to bright-eyed college student with ease.

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MS Dhoni: The Untold Story

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Essaying a real life personality is never an easy task, and to portray one who is such a popular fixture in cricket as MS Dhoni is much more daunting. But Sushant proved himself to be up to the task in this 2016 film. The film traces the life of one of India’s most popular cricketers, from his childhood to trace his rise in the cricketing world. The film also gives a glimpse into the personal tragedies Dhoni had to overcome in his pursuit. Sushant gives a riveting performance as the sportsman, even undergoing gruelling training in the sport to authentically essay his role.

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4

Dil Bechara

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This 2020 film is the Bollywood adaptation of John Green heartbreaking young adult novel, The Fault in Our Stars. The film tells the story of a young woman who has cancer, Kizie. Her uneventful life takes a turn when she meets the charming Manny, who invites her to be a part of a film project he is working on. As the two spend time together and discover the things they have in common, love blossoms. Sushant’s portrayal of the bright-eyed Manny, which his infectious optimism in the face of hardships, leave an indelible mark on the viewer.

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5

Kedarnath

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Kedarnath is an intense love story set against the background of one of the worst natural disasters in the country’s recent history. The film tells the story of Mukku, a Brahmin girl from a wealthy family, and her love affair with Mansoor, a Muslim porter. The couple has to face several obstacles in their relationship, including intolerant parents as well as a natural disaster. Sushant gives a nuanced performance as Mansoor that does a great job at bringing to the surface the complexities of his character’s struggles. He also displays amazing chemistry with co-star Sara Ali Khan.

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