TMKOC's Sharad Sankla Recalls Stealing Shah Rukh Khan's Scene in Baazigar

• Sharad Sankla, known as Abdul from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, had a small role in the 1993 film Baazigar.
• He recounted how Shah Rukh Khan praised him for outshining him in a scene, telling directors Abbas-Mustan, "Brothers, this scene isn't mine anymore."
• The director also congratulated Sharad, stating he had never seen a Charlie Chaplin like him.
• Despite early success, Sharad faced a tough phase from 2001-2007 with very few work opportunities.
• Asit Kumarr Modi approached him for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah during this period, which Sharad immediately accepted, leading to his long-running role.

Why It Matters: Sharad Sankla, TMKOC's Abdul, once stole a scene from Shah Rukh Khan in Baazigar before his big break.