Rakesh Roshan on His Acting Struggles: ‘I Failed, But Hrithik Roshan Became My Dream Come True!

Actor and filmmaker Rakesh Roshan is celebrating his 75th birthday on September 6. Over his distinguished career, Roshan starred in 84 films, becoming one of the most popular actors of his era. His notable films include Khubsoorat (1980) with Rekha and Kaamchor (1982) with Jaya Prada. Roshan’s directorial work, including films like Khoon Bhari Maang (1988), Karan Arjun (1995), and the popular Krrish series, remains highly acclaimed.

Legacy and Influence on Hrithik Roshan

In a past interview with DNA, Rakesh Roshan shared how his son, Hrithik Roshan, has achieved what he could not as an actor. Rakesh mentioned, “Hrithik has worked really hard. I failed as an actor, but I wanted my son to live my dreams. He’s a superstar, and I’m proud of him.” He also discussed Hrithik's early career, revealing how Hrithik chose to assist him on films like Karan Arjun (1995) instead of pursuing special effects training abroad. Rakesh Roshan was a strict mentor, ensuring that Hrithik learned the ropes of filmmaking from the ground up.

Father-Son Collaboration and New Projects

After Karan Arjun, Hrithik Roshan continued to assist his father on projects like Khel (1992) and Koyla (1997). Rakesh launched Hrithik in the 2000 film Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, which also marked the debut of Ameesha Patel. Currently, Rakesh Roshan is preparing to direct the fourth installment of the Krrish franchise. He is also working on a documentary titled The Roshans, which will explore the careers of Rakesh, Rajesh Roshan, and Hrithik. The documentary, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, is set to release early next year.