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Raghubir Yadav: Playing Godman in 'Hunkkaar' Felt Like Fighting Death Daily
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News18•25-09-2026, 14:30
Raghubir Yadav: Playing Godman in 'Hunkkaar' Felt Like Fighting Death Daily
- •Veteran actor Raghubir Yadav described playing the godman Sunil "Baapji" Chakosi in "Hunkkaar: The Roar" as an emotionally and physically demanding experience.
- •Yadav stated that internalizing the character's actions and the suffering caused made him feel like he was "fighting death every single day."
- •The actor, who previously underwent a stent procedure, noted that the role took a toll on his physical health due to his immersive acting style.
- •After completing the series, Yadav consciously sought a different role to detach from the character, joking about needing another stent if he dwelled on it.
- •Yadav, known for "Panchayat," emphasized his desire to play diverse characters, viewing acting as a spiritual process of exploring different souls and emotions.
Key Questions Answered
Raghubir Yadav plays Sunil "Baapji" Chakosi, a powerful and revered spiritual leader who is accused of sexual harassment by a 17-year-old girl named Meenu Rawat, played by Aneet Padda.
The six-episode series "Hunkkaar: The Roar", created by Karan D Kapadia and Nitya Mehra, premiered on JioHotstar on Friday.
Alongside Raghubir Yadav and Aneet Padda, the series features Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ram Kapoor, and Zoya Hussain in pivotal roles.
