Vicky Kaushal Shocked by Sam Manekshaw Daughter Critique After Bad Newz

Vicky Kaushal, known for his powerful performances, recently shared a memorable moment from his career that he considers one of the biggest compliments he has ever received. Vicky, who portrayed the legendary Army chief Sam Manekshaw in Meghna Gulzar's biopic Sam Bahadur, revealed that he received a touching message from Manekshaw's daughter after she watched the song "Tauba Tauba" from his film Bad Newz.

The Emotional Message

In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Vicky Kaushal recounted the surprising and heartfelt message from Sam Manekshaw’s daughter. After watching Bad Newz, she sent him a text, saying, “Who is this guy?” Vicky, curious, asked her to clarify. She responded, “Five months ago, you made me believe you were my father; you can’t be doing this now.” This message deeply moved Vicky, who considered it the highest praise for his work, as it highlighted how convincingly he had portrayed her father in Sam Bahadur.

The Challenge of Playing Sam Manekshaw

Vicky Kaushal reflected on the significance of playing Sam Manekshaw, describing it as one of the most challenging roles of his career. Manekshaw, a revered figure in Indian military history, served as the Chief of Army Staff during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. Vicky shared that his parents, who lived in Punjab during that time, often told him stories about Manekshaw’s leadership during the war. These stories made the role both an honor and a daunting responsibility for Vicky.

Vicky also expressed his gratitude for working with director Meghna Gulzar, praising her meticulous attention to detail and dedication to the project. He acknowledged that playing a figure like Sam Manekshaw required a deep understanding of the man’s life and character, something Meghna ensured was thoroughly researched and portrayed accurately on screen.

Sam Bahadur's Success

Sam Bahadur, released on December 1, faced stiff competition at the box office, particularly from Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal. However, Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal of Sam Manekshaw left a lasting impact on audiences, solidifying his position as one of Bollywood’s leading actors. The film also stars Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra, and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, and despite the challenges, it managed to hold its ground in theaters, earning praise for its powerful performances and direction.