Jackie Shroff is one of the most talented actors ever witnessed in Indian cinema. Even at the age of 66, the actor is continuing to shed his magic on the celluloid with some of the most iconic performances. Fondly known as ‘Jaggu dada’ by many in the film industry, he has delivered some iconic films in Bollywood, such as Hero, Ram Lakhan, Allah Rakha, Trimurti among many others. Fast forward to now, Jackie would be making his comeback after many years on the silver screen, alongside Neena Gupta in the film, Mast Mein Rehna Ka.
Jackie Shroff talks about facing seclusion in the film industry in his early days
In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Jackie Shroff recalled his initial days of career in Bollywood and revealed how he was purposely made to stay secluded from the rest. Since he didn’t really come from a privileged background or had previous connections, it was only his hard work and dedication that made him reach the top of the ladder. Recalling how he wasn’t even invited to parties, Jackie revealed he instead used to just focus on the work that he did. In his words:
“Mai kaam hi kar raha, bass aur kuch mujhe dikh hi nahi raha tha. Maa ke pair daba, kaam kar aur soja. Mai sochta hi nahi tha. Kyu ki mai jab teen batti me rehta tha tab bhi log bolte the, mujhe party me bhi nahi bulate the. Aaj bhi nahi bulaate par uss waqt bhi nahi bulaate the. Unka dil hai par apun apna chalte raho. Pehle toh bulate hi nahi the, bolte the ‘aree yaar isko kya bula raha hai yaar.”