In several recent interviews, Arshad Warsi revealed that the environment on the sets of Hulchul was quite difficult for him. Despite being a proven actor by then—having already played the iconic “Circuit” in Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.—he felt like he wasn’t given the respect he deserved.
Arshad mentioned that he often felt like a “furniture” piece on set. He claimed that the director, Priyadarshan, and the production team didn’t communicate effectively with him. He shared that there were times he would sit on set for hours without being called for a shot, or he would be told to stand in the background of scenes where he felt his character had no business being.
In a multi-starrer film like Hulchul, which featured big names like Akshaye Khanna, Kareena Kapoor, Amrish Puri, and Paresh Rawal, Arshad felt his character was sidelined. Arshad hinted that the role he was initially promised was different from what eventually ended up on screen.
For an actor who thrives on performance, being relegated to a “sidekick” with very little to do was professionally frustrating. He felt that his talent was being wasted in a role that didn’t allow him to contribute to the story.
Many fans wonder why Arshad didn’t just walk away. The actor explained that he is a professional and didn’t want to cause trouble for the producers or the rest of the cast. He decided to finish his commitment, but the experience left a bitter taste in his mouth.
He famously stated that it was one of the few times in his career where he felt genuinely unhappy going to work every day. It wasn’t about the money or the fame; it was about the lack of creative satisfaction and basic
This experience became a major lesson for Arshad. It taught him to be more selective about the projects he chose and the people he worked with. He said “I realized that no matter how big the film is, if you aren’t respected as an artist, it isn’t worth it.”
Since then, Arshad has focused on roles where he has more agency and can truly showcase his range, leading to his incredible performances in the Jolly LLB series and the acclaimed web series Asur. To know such latest updates, stay tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
