Shahid Kapoor has shown his acting talent many times through his roles in
different movies, and one of his most memorable performances was in ‘Udta Punjab’.
In the film, he played Tommy Singh, a musician who also struggles with drug
addiction, a role that was both challenging and controversial. The character
required Shahid to portray deep emotions and the dark side of addiction, which
added complexity to the role.
Recently, Shahid revealed that when he first heard the story, he was surprised
and curious about why the director Abhishek Chaubey chose him for this role.
He asked the director directly, wanting to understand what made him the right
fit for such a demanding character.
Shahid’s dedication to preparing for this role, along with his ability to
bring authenticity and intensity to Tommy Singh, helped make the film a
critical and popular success. It remains one of the actor’s most notable
performances, showing his versatility and commitment to challenging roles.