Mumbai: Oct 27: Rajpal Yadav has won audiences over with his many hilarious, endearing, and iconic roles. The actor is now preparing to reprise his beloved character Chota Pandit for the third time in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
With his impeccable comic timing, Yadav has made this character unforgettable. Amid cast changes and evolving storylines, Chota Pandit remains a constant presence, retaining his charm and relevance.
In a conversation with Reporters, Rajpal Yadav discussed his character’s evolution. Since Bhool Bhulaiyaa premiered in 2007, Chota Pandit has left a lasting impact. He is the only character who first witnessed Manjulika (Vidya Balan) in the film, an experience that fundamentally altered his personality.
The actor starred in both the 2007 film Bhool Bhulaiyaa, alongside Akshay Kumar, and the 2022 sequel Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, with Kartik Aaryan. Now, he is set to reprise his role in the third instalment. Speaking in detail about his character, Rajpal said, “He isn’t just a character but a caricature, a comic archetype. In our Indian culture, Bharat Muni’s ‘Natya Shastra’ envisioned such characters, like sutradhaar (narrator) and vidushak (clown). Chota Pandit embodies that, a character who mocks no one but himself, providing comic relief in the story.”
He added, “You’ve seen him in different hues–red in the first film and white in the second to protect himself from fire. Now, he appears covered in sandalwood paste to cleanse himself of all negativity, bringing a fresh, humorous dimension.”
Rajpal Yadav is thrilled to work with Kartik Aaryan again after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. “We share a great bond, and working with him has been a joyful experience with many memorable moments,” he shared.
