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From IIT Dropout to Blockbuster Star: Rakesh Bedi's Journey to Rs 2000 Crore Film Success
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Rakesh Bedi: From IIT Dropout to Rs 2000 Crore Blockbuster Star
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26-03-2026, 19:30
Rakesh Bedi: From IIT Dropout to Rs 2000 Crore Blockbuster Star
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Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi, known for Jameel Jamali in Dhurandhar, left IIT entrance exam midway to pursue acting.
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He struggled initially in Mumbai, taking supporting roles to make ends meet, eventually appearing in over 150 projects.
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Gained fame through TV shows like Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi and Shrimaan Shrimati, often typecast in comic roles.
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Aditya Dhar cast him in a serious role in Uri: The Surgical Strike, breaking his comic image.
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His role as Jameel Jamali in Dhurandhar films showcased his versatility, moving beyond comedy.
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