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Arshad Warsi Regrets ‘Jaani Dushman,’ Says He Took the 2002 Film for Money in New Interview

He says he took the role to fund home construction.

Overview

  • Speaking on Raj Shamani’s YouTube show, Warsi said he is not proud of Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani.
  • He explained he accepted the role early in his career because he needed cash for his house, saying the film paid for his terrace.
  • Warsi praised director Rajkumar Kohli as dependable, noting punctual fees and firm schedules that drew many actors to his sets.
  • He recalled asking to have his character killed off first, while co‑star Akshay Kumar resisted being killed and sought to extend his part.
  • The 2002 ensemble action‑horror, long viewed as polarising, featured a cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Sonu Nigam, Armaan Kohli and Manisha Koirala.