Nawazuddin Siddiqui opens up on his struggling days; says, “It was my willpower and mental strength that kept me going” : Bollywood News

Over time, with his unconventional choice of films and roles, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has carved a remarkable niche for himself in the Indian film industry. From humble beginnings to gracing the silver screen as a mainstream actor, Siddiqui's journey has been an inspiring one to many newcomers in the industry. But it hasn’t been an easy one says the Kick actor as he traced his journey which has been filled with its own share of challenges and obstacles.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui opens up on his struggling days; says, “It was my willpower and mental strength that kept me going”

Reflecting on his journey, Nawazuddin Siddiqui shared that in the initial days, when there was nothing, how it was only his positive thoughts which has supported him. He said "In the initial days of my acting career, when there was nothing, it was my willpower and mental strength that kept me going. I always knew what I wanted to do in life and stayed focused. No matter what the challenges were, I have always stayed put and have worked really hard to be where I am today - Nawazuddin Siddiqui."

Born in a small village in Uttar Pradesh, Siddiqui's path to success has had its own share of obstacles. He started his acting career with small roles in theatre and television, struggling to make ends meet. Despite facing numerous rejections and setbacks, Siddiqui remained undeterred in his pursuit of excellence. It was his talent and dedication that caught the attention of filmmakers like Anurag Kashyap and Vishal Bhardwaj, who provided him with opportunities to showcase his acting prowess in unconventional roles in films like Gangs of Wasseypur, The Lunchbox, and Manjhi: The Mountain Man. These films garnered widespread critical acclaim and established him as a popular actor within the industry.

Meanwhile, on the current work front, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, who continues to explore with a wide range of characters, is gearing up for the release of his film Section 108, co-starring South actress Regina Cassandra.

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