EXCLUSIVE: “Neil Nitin Mukesh sir was not only my mentor on screen but off screen as well”, says Siddharth Nigam on Hai Junoon : Bollywood News

On the sets of Hai Junoon, something special unfolded — not just on screen, but behind the scenes too. While Neil Nitin Mukesh played a mentor in the web series, it turns out he naturally stepped into that role off screen as well, especially with co-star Siddharth Nigam.

EXCLUSIVE: “Neil Nitin Mukesh sir was not only my mentor on screen but off screen as well”, says Siddharth Nigam on Hai Junoon

For Siddharth, sharing the frame with Neil was more than just another acting job — it was a true learning experience. “Working with Neil sir was truly a learning experience. He’s not just a phenomenal actor, but also a very grounded human being,” Siddharth shared. “There’s so much clarity in his process that you automatically raise your own level while performing with him. I felt lucky to share screen space with someone of his calibre.”

The connection between them wasn’t limited to rehearsals or rolling cameras. Siddharth recalled how Neil was always warm, approachable, and generous with his knowledge. “He is a mentor in real life as well. Off screen, Neil sir was extremely warm and open — he guided me through complex emotional scenes and shared invaluable insights from his experience,” he said.

That sense of trust and ease clearly translated on screen. People on set could see it — the comfort, the chemistry, the mutual respect. It made their scenes together feel authentic, grounded, and emotionally charged. “You could tell they weren’t just acting — they were connecting,” said a crew member who watched their scenes unfold.

Neil, known for his layered performances and old-school charm, has always carried himself with quiet dignity, and this mentorship is just another example of the kind of actor — and person — he is.

As Hai Junoon gets closer to release, it’s stories like these that linger. The show promises a compelling narrative, but it’s the real relationships behind the scenes — the ones built on trust, encouragement, and mutual respect — that leave the deepest impression.

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