Actor who suffered unemployment for five years
Regardless of whether it’s Bollywood or the television industry, numerous actors have gained recognition and set themselves apart through dedication. Nevertheless, a moment arrives when they vanish from the industry entirely. We’re discussing one particular actor who experienced unemployment for five years.
What did the actor do to earn money?
The actor mentioned that he remained unemployed for roughly five years and was able to handle household expenses and pay EMIs by taking on another job.
Struggling as a TV actor
Speaking with Digital Commentary, he revealed that he was offered a serial in which he would play the role of an elder brother. Initially, he was reluctant, but later agreed to the role.
Realising that he is replaceable
We only mattered that much. After that, he told his wife that he wouldn’t work on TV anymore. “I used to get all NRI roles. But nobody would believe I didn’t even have the money to pay for food. We used to put it together somehow. I wouldn’t say we were very poor, but we were literally just borderline making it happen.
Quit at the peak of his career
The actor said that he then realized he was irrelevant. If he wasn’t there tomorrow, someone else would be. We only mattered that much. After that, he told his wife that he wouldn’t work on TV anymore. “I used to get all NRI roles. But nobody would believe I didn’t even have the money to pay for food. We used to put it together somehow. I wouldn’t say we were very poor, but we were literally just borderline making it happen,” confesses the actor on a new podcast. He recalled how he had to become a VJ (Video Jockey) for sustenance months after quitting television at the peak of his career.
Who is this actor?
The actor is none other than Vivan Bhatena. He is an Indian model and actor known for his work in Hindi films, TV shows, and web series, starting as a model (winning Mister India World 2001) and transitioning to acting in popular shows like Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, before featuring in movies like Dangal, Judwaa 2, and Sooryavanshi, showcasing versatility across different formats.
Who is Vivan Bhatena?
Vivan Bhatena is an Indian actor and ex-fashion model recognized for his roles in Hindi films, television shows, and web series. He started his career as a prominent model, gaining acclaim on global stages before moving into acting.
Vivan Bhatena’s current career
Vivan Bhathena plays the role of Subedar Major Surja Ram in the new historical war movie 120 Bahadur, which depicts the valor of 120 Indian soldiers (Ahir Jawans) at the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian War, a role he diligently prepared for, gaining weight and enduring the tough conditions of Ladakh to embody the commanding essence of the actual hero.

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