Actor Akshay Oberoi is gearing up to share the screen with Manoj Bajpayee in an upcoming untitled thriller film. He described collaborating with the National Award-winning actor as a “huge learning curve” for him.
A Masterclass Experience
Reflecting on his experience, Akshay shared that working with Manoj has been nothing “short of a masterclass.”
“He is truly a gem of a person – warm, humble, and incredibly generous as a co-actor. I have always looked up to him for the sheer honesty and intensity he brings to every role,” added Akshay.
He emphasized the importance of observing Manoj’s process on set, noting the little nuances he adds and how effortlessly he breathes life into his characters.
“More than anything, I valued the conversations we had off-camera – the kind of advice he shared with me about acting and about life itself. He never made it feel like preaching, but every word carried so much weight and wisdom,” Akshay explained.
Positive Takeaways
He mentioned that he took “all of it positively because it came from a place of genuine experience and kindness.”
“For me, this collaboration has been both a privilege and a huge learning curve, and I will carry these lessons with me throughout my career,” Akshay concluded.
Upcoming Projects
The untitled thriller, also featuring Saqib Saleem, is currently in production. Akshay’s upcoming release includes Shashank Khaitan’s “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,” starring Janhvi Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Sanya Malhotra, Maniesh Paul, and Rohit Saraf. This film is the third installment of the Dulhania franchise and is slated to hit the screens on October 2.
Akshay made his acting debut as a child in the 2002 comedy-drama American Chai and played his first leading role in Rajshri Productions’ Isi Life Mein…! After his initial film, he moved to television.
In 2012, Akshay had a lead role in Bejoy Nambiar’s MTV Rush. Nambiar, impressed with his work, offered him a role in the Tamil remake of the suspense thriller Pizza. He was praised for his performances in Laal Rang and Gurgaon.