Saad Bilgrami Opens Up on Emotional Toll of ‘Dhadak 2’ and Working with Celebrities

Saad Bilgrami, the antagonist in ‘Dhadak 2’, discusses his experience in the film, the emotional challenges of his role, and his feelings about working with Dharma Productions. Bilgrami expresses gratitude for the positive reception of his performance, with even prominent celebrities acknowledging his work. He recalls his ambition to act on the big screen, a goal he’s now achieving, and the overwhelming feeling of being recognized by industry figures like Ishaan Khattar and Anurag Kashyap. The actor shared that he initially auditioned for a different role in ‘Dhadak 2’ before being selected for the antagonist. He describes his first visit to the Dharma office as a dream come true, citing the inspiration he felt surrounded by photos of iconic actors. Bilgrami praises director Shazia Iqbal for her welcoming and encouraging approach. He also reflects on the emotionally draining nature of certain scenes, particularly those involving humiliation, which left him feeling conflicted. Bilgrami reveals that he had to perform scenes that involved humiliating characters, including older actors. The actor explains that he spoke with his partner after the filming of certain scenes and cried a lot, now understanding why actors sometimes become emotional during certain performances. He also shared his admiration for his co-stars Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri. He admires Chaturvedi, recognizing him as an established actor. Bilgrami also commends Triptii Dimri for her approachability. Bilgrami’s journey in Bollywood is seen as inspirational, having also appeared in series and films like ‘Gullak,’ ‘Panchayat Season 3,’ ‘Ghar Waapsi,’ ‘Hostel Daze,’ and ‘Khuda Haafiz 2.’