Just that doctor, the ordered!

...THAT'S THE GENERAL IMPRESSION FILMMAKERS HAVE OF VINEET KUMAR SINGH THESE DAYS. SUMAN SHARMA MEETS THE JUBILANT ACTOR, WHO HAPPENS TO BE AN ACTUAL DOCTOR

When Vineet Kumar Singh’s character roars in Superboys of Malegaon, “Writer baap hota hai,” you can see his own angst at work there. Earlier, in Chhaava, his character of Kavi Kalash was much appreciated. He has now become a household name, thanks to the historical drama’s stupendous success. Vineet is a certified doctor of medicine, who drifted into films as he was consumed by a passion for cinema. He has been around for more than two decades now, slowly carving his name. He has finally reached the peak and his ear-to-ear smile reflects that happiness. In one of his recent interviews, he spoke about not having his own home yet in Mumbai. Maybe now he’ll get more commercial roles and will finally realise that dream as well. He insists on serving coffee before we speak and our talk continues between sips…

2025 has started on a great note for you what with both Chhavaa and Superboyz of Malegaon getting much love from the audience

This year has been truly memorable. Chhavaa has been magical. I'm extremely happy with this success.

I feel overwhelmed and speechless.

How has the response been to your powerful performance in Chhavaa?

I visited a theater where Chhavaa was being screened, and as soon as I entered, a few children ran up to me and hugged me, saying, "Kavi Kalash zinda hain!" The way people held my hands or hugged me out of sheer joy is beyond words.

How difficult was it to shoot the climax scene?

When Laxman Utekar told us that the climax would involve conversations through poetry, both Vicky and I were excited. We felt this scene could be something truly unique.