Pushkar Jog played the role of a small child (Master Pushkar Jog) in the song ‘Pyaar Ki Gaadi’ from the film ‘Hum Dono’.
Marathi actor Pushkar Jog recently recalled an incident from the shooting of the 1995 film ‘Hum Dono’, when he was just seven years old. It was his first experience on a Hindi film set, and he started crying after Rishi Kapoor scolded him during the shoot.
Nana Patekar came to Pushkar’s defence
Pushkar said Nana Patekar then stepped in and confronted Rishi Kapoor for speaking to a child that way. He shared the incident during a recent interview with ‘Galatta India’.
It was his first time on a Hindi film set
Pushkar Jog said, “Rishi Kapoor sir scolded me at that time. I was just a 7-year-old child. I didn’t know anything. It was my first time on a Hindi film set with 100-150 people.”
He mentioned that Nana Patekar got him this film without an audition. Nana had said, “He is my boy from Pune, he is the one who will do this role.”
Pushkar said that everyone on the set was afraid of Rishi Kapoor. He shared, “I arrived for the shoot. On the first day, I noticed that Rishi Kapoor sir remained very reserved and didn’t talk much. He had a distinct aura. Everyone was afraid of him. He was very straightforward and strict. I was also scared because he seemed quite stern and intimidating.”
Dropped flower petals on his head during rehearsal
Pushkar mentioned that this incident occurred during the shooting of a song. Rishi Kapoor, choreographer Farah Khan, and actress Pooja Bhatt were working on that song. Farah Khan had already told him to work well, as Rishi Kapoor might get angry if he didn’t. Pushkar had assured her that he would do a good job.
In the sequence, Pushkar works in a garage. Rishi Kapoor and Pooja Bhatt arrive there in a new car. During the rehearsal shot, Pushkar accidentally dropped all the flower petals given to him onto Rishi Kapoor’s head.
Pushkar said, “I don’t know what made him angry, but after the cut, he got furious at me. I started crying right there. He said, ‘Who have you people brought on set? Who is this? At least teach him something before bringing him here.'”
Rishi Kapoor played the role of Rajesh ‘Raju’ in the film ‘Hum Dono’.
Farah Khan intervened, mother was also scared
After Pushkar started crying, Farah Khan calmed him down and took him to the van. He mentioned that his mother was also on set and she was scared as well.
Pushkar said, “He used to get angry often, but I don’t know why. I told Nana sir about this because I was close to him. He listened to the whole thing and said he would do something.”
Nana Patekar confronted Rishi Kapoor the next day
According to Pushkar, Nana Patekar did not have a shoot the next day. Despite this, he came to the set to reprimand Rishi Kapoor.
Pushkar said, “He scolded Rishi Kapoor sir a lot and replied to him in the same manner. He said, ‘Whoever you may be, don’t you know how to treat a child? He is a 7-year-old kid. How would he know about takes and rehearsals? Why are you yelling at him?'”
Pushkar said that Nana Patekar had the courage and kindness to say this in front of Rishi Kapoor. He further added, “May God rest his soul, but I have this unpleasant memory associated with him. We all still love and respect him today.”
Nana Patekar played the role of Vishal Sehgal in the film ‘Hum Dono’.
These artists were in ‘Hum Dono’
The 1995 film ‘Hum Dono’ featured Rishi Kapoor, Nana Patekar, Pooja Bhatt, Alok Nath, and Mohan Joshi. This action-thriller film was the story of two stepbrothers who have to come together for their inheritance. During this time, they face assassination attempts from their greedy relatives.
The film was directed by Shafi Inamdar. It was produced by Ravi Malhotra, Tinu Pandey, and Shahbuddin Chaudhary under the banner of R.M. Films.
Who is Pushkar Jog? Pushkar Jog is a well-known actor in Marathi cinema. Along with being an actor, he is also a director, producer, and dancer. In addition to Marathi films, he has also worked in Hindi films and TV shows.
Pushkar started acting as a child artist at the age of about 4. In his childhood, he worked in Marathi and Hindi films. Later, he completed his education and earned a degree in dentistry. However, he eventually chose acting as his career.
In the year 2007, Pushkar stepped into Marathi cinema as a lead actor with the film ‘Jabardast’. He gained recognition from the success of the film. After this, he worked in films like ‘Satya’, ‘Ti Ani Ti’, ‘Adrushya’, ‘Sasucha Swayamvar’, and ‘Baapmanus’.
As a child artist, Pushkar Jog has also shared the screen with legendary Bollywood actors like Dev Anand and Jeetendra.
Pushkar did not limit himself to just acting. He also worked in direction and production for Marathi films and other projects. This established his identity as a multi-talented artist in the film industry.
Pushkar also worked in Hindi cinema. He appeared in the Sanjay Dutt starrer film ‘EMI: Liya Hai Toh Chukana Padega’. Apart from this, he also worked in films like ‘Huff! It’s Too Much’, ‘Don’t Worry Be Happy’, and ‘Goodbaddi Gadbadi’.
Pushkar Jog has also worked in shows like ‘Tu Tu Main Main’, ‘Had Kar Di Aapne’, ‘Nach Baliye’ (Marathi), and ‘Jhunj Marathmoli’.
Pushkar also carved a niche for himself on television. In the year 2018, he participated in the first season of ‘Bigg Boss Marathi’. He was the first runner-up of the show. Pushkar also hosted and produced a travel show named ‘Majha Around The World’.
