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News India Live, Digital Desk: In the history of Bollywood, there have been many child actors who have spread their own light in comparison to the shine of big stars. one of those names is Master Raju (Raju Shrestha). There was a time when the demand for Master Raju was so high that the ‘Shahenshah’ of the film industry Amitabh Bachchan Even had to wait for hours on the set. Movie ‘Faraar’ (1975) This incident related to the sets of ‘King’ still surprises people.
More work than Amitabh, shooting used to stop for Raju
In a recent interview, Master Raju, remembering his golden days, said that at that time he had such a long queue of films that he had to work in shifts.
Shift Game: Raju used to shoot one film in the morning, another in the afternoon and the third in the evening.
Waiting for Amitabh: During the shooting of the film ‘Farar’, Amitabh Bachchan used to sit ready on the set, but the main shot could not start until Master Raju reached there after finishing the work of the second film.
Simplicity of Big B and talent of Master Raju
Amitabh Bachchan never felt bad that a child was keeping him waiting. Raju says, “Amit ji was a very kind person. He knew how much workload I had as a child artiste. He would often have fun with me on the sets and encourage me.” ‘National Award’ winning child artist
Master Raju was not only busy, but he was also extremely talented. Movie ‘Chitchor’ for them ‘Best Child Artist’ Also received the National Film Award.
Memorable Movies: He worked in classic films like ‘Parichay’, ‘Bawarchi’, ‘Abhiman’ and ‘Deewar’.
Voice over artist: Very few people know that today Raju Shrestha is also a successful dubbing artist. He has given his voice to many Hollywood films and cartoon characters.
Why is Master Raju remembered even today?
In today’s times where child actors often lose their innocence, there was an ease in Master Raju’s acting. Her and Amitabh Bachchan’s on-screen chemistry won the hearts of the audience. This incident reminds us of that era of Bollywood where art and punctuality were given importance above stardom.
