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Shahid admitted being terrified of playing Tommy Singh in 'Udta Punjab'

Shahid Kapoor initially doubted his ability to play a character battling addiction in 'Udta Punjab'. He had never consumed alcohol or substances. Director Abhishek Chaubey's confidence helped him see it as an acting challenge. Kapoor feared criticism for lack of authenticity. He ultimately found the script and character too compelling to ignore, recognizing the rarity of such roles.

17 Jun 2026 4:34 pm