Celebrated for his versatility in films including Stree, Newton, and Shrikanth, Rajkummar Rao recently discussed the challenges he faced in Bollywood.
Battles Faced
Experienced actor Rao confessed he had been turned down multiple times, including for parts in some movies. On an appearance on the Longest appearance podcast, he spoke on how these occurrences made him feel like a failure but also provided priceless life lessons.
Lessons Learned from Rejections
Rajkummar Rao discussed on the podcast how being dropped from movies caused him to first question his value. “Their failure for not handling it properly; it was not my failure,” he said. Rao saw opportunity in his path at these times of rejection. He said the universe has a purpose and events follow naturally when they are meant to. Looking back, he realizes some never even saw the light of day or had minor influence, so missing those movies could have been a gift in disguise. Knowing that what is meant for him always comes his way helped him to stay strong and cheerful.
Strategies of Coping and Mental Health
The continuous pressure and competition in Bollywood could seriously affect mental health. Psychiatrist Dr. Ashima Ranjan of Yatharth Super Specialty Hospital in Noida stressed the need of facing rejection head-on. She remarked that even while rejection could lower self-esteem, one should not let it define their value. Appreciating and validating such emotions is rather the first step toward healing. Getting aid from family, friends, and mental health professionals is a crucial part of this process.
Accepting Rejection
Rao’s narrative also underlines the need of considering rejection as a teaching tool. Among other coping strategies, Dr. Ranjan says applying mindfulness and relaxation practices would help reduce anxiety and boost emotional resilience. Seeing rejection as a chance for both personal and professional growth will help one to build themselves. Rajkummar’s ability to turn negative situations into learning chances is a great lesson for everyone conquering challenges.
The path of Rajkummar Rao shows determination and a decent attitude in face of difficulty—including rejection. His story encourages young people to see failure as a part of a longer road toward success instead of as the end. Every rejection, as Rajkummar’s story shows, can lead to both emotional and professional development as long as one stays strong and open to learning.
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