Tej Sapru: From Cricket Dreams to Bollywood Villain, Rekha's Brother-in-Law's Journey

• Tej Sapru, Rekha's brother-in-law, initially dreamed of becoming a professional cricketer and badminton player, not an actor.
• His acting career began unexpectedly when director Ravikant cast him as the hero in 'Suraksha' (1979) after seeing him with his brother-in-law.
• Following his father's sudden death after 'Suraksha's' release, Tej took on any role to support his family, leading him to villainous characters.
• His career saw a major turning point with the film 'Tridev' (1989), where his role as 'Goga' gained him widespread recognition.
• Tej Sapru, married to Rekha's younger sister Dhanalakshmi, has worked in over 80 films and television, establishing himself as a respected villain.

Key Questions Answered

How did Tej Sapru transition from hero to villain?

Tej Sapru transitioned from a hero to a villain after his father's death. He initially aspired to be a cricketer but was chosen as a hero for the film 'Suraksha' (1979).

What impact did Tej Sapru's father's death have?

Tej Sapru's father's death led him to take on villain roles for financial responsibility. He initially aspired to be a cricketer but was cast as a hero in 'Suraksha' (1979).