Nitish Bharadwaj on Roopa Ganguly calling him the most handsome person on Mahabharat set: "If Roopa had said that at that time to me, we would have been married"

Actor Nitish Bharadwaj, best known for portraying Lord Krishna in the landmark television series Mahabharat, has reflected on the show’s legacy, his theatre journey, and an interesting comment made by his co-star Roopa Ganguly.

 

Nitish Bharadwaj on Roopa Ganguly calling him the most handsome person on Mahabharat set: "If Roopa had said that at that time to me, we would have been married"

 

When it was pointed out to Bharadwaj that Roopa said that the most handsome person on the set was him, he laughed. “Very flattering, I must say, coming from a beautiful lady like her. Bengali ladies always surprise me. I will say, if Roopa had said that at that time to me, probably we would have been married.”

 

Praising his co-star, he added, “She is herself a very beautiful person. You see, what was most important for Draupadi's character was the strength of character and beauty of the body — both are required for Draupadi. Because she is the one who was to keep the flock of five Pandavas together in the most difficult times. Such a woman, who has both character and physical beauty, can either make a household or break a household. And Roopa fitted that bill so well.”

 

Over three decades since Mahabharat aired, Bharadwaj continues to be identified as Krishna wherever he goes. “Now I'm doing a Hindi play called Chakravyuh. We've done more than 155 shows. I travel all across the country, and yes, the way I would say it — this kind of respect for our heritage has been rejuvenated in the last 7–8 years,” he said.

 

He observed that a cultural awakening is taking place in India. “Parents make an effort to bring their children, which is a good thing. And yes, they’ve seen Mahabharat, so they come and see the play. I bring children on stage to ask me questions. This is the way we can go ahead with our culture and heritage.”

 

Looking back, he described Mahabharat as a life-changing experience. “He made me do a great job. And to be honest with you, Mahabharat has been a big school for me. Acting in Mahabharat, I learnt so many things from B.R. Chopra Uncle and his son Ravi Chopra,” said Bharadwaj.

 

For the actor, the show was not just a professional milestone but a profound spiritual and cultural education — one that continues to guide his artistic journey today.

 

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