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Arshad Warsi Says He Regrets 'Jaani Dushman,' Explains He Took the 2002 Film for Money

In a new interview, the actor says Rajkumar Kohli’s reliable, on‑time payments made the offer hard to refuse.

Overview

  • Speaking on Raj Shamani’s show, Arshad Warsi said he is not proud of Jaani Dushman and accepted it early in his career for financial reasons.
  • He explained that he and his wife, Maria, were building a home and that his pay from the film helped complete parts of the house.
  • Warsi praised director Rajkumar Kohli as unusually professional in the industry, noting strict schedules and fees paid before actors asked.
  • He recalled asking to have his character killed off early, while saying co‑star Akshay Kumar resisted an early exit and sought more screen time.
  • Released in 2002 with a star‑studded cast, the film flopped with critics and at the box office before later developing a cult reputation.