Sham Kaushal on son Vicky Kaushal working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali: My happiness was beyond imagination - Exclusive

In a cinematic collaboration, director Sanjay Leela Bhansali has brought together the powerhouse trio of Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, and Alia Bhatt for his upcoming film, 'Love And War.' The announcement has not only set the industry abuzz but has also stirred deep emotions for those closely connected to the stars. One such person is Sham Kaushal, Vicky Kaushal's father, who, in an exclusive conversation with ETimes, shared his overwhelming happiness about his son's collaboration with the esteemed director.

Sham Kaushal, a seasoned industry professional who has previously worked with Sanjay Leela Bhansali on multiple projects, expressed his joy at seeing the next generation stepping into the world of the acclaimed director. Recollecting his journey with Bhansali, Sham said, "I started working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali in 1996 with ‘Khamoshi'. He worked with me in all his 10 films, and it is his nobility that he made me a part of his projects repeatedly. If I look back, this is one of the biggest earnings of my life."



Sham Kaushal revealed that he never envisioned his son growing up to be an actor and having the opportunity to work with the 'Gangubai' fame director. He credited God for these unexpected blessings and expressed his gratitude, stating, "I had never dreamt that Vicky would become an actor and get a chance to work with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. I am only thankful to Sanjay. Rest, God does everything."


With an association spanning 28 years, Sham Kaushal marveled at the serendipity of having both himself and now his son collaborate with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The veteran actor expressed his heartfelt emotions, "My association with Sanjay has been for 28 years, and my next generation is working with him is a blessing. You can imagine the happiness of a father. This is what I want to express as my gratitude to the man, I can say I am the blessed one. When Vicky came and told me, my happiness was beyond imagination."

His eyes were filled with contentment and a trace of tears, emphasizing the profound joy he experiences as a father witnessing the continuation of a cinematic legacy.


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