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Adil Hussain: Satirical Comic, Assam Star, NSD Grad, UK Acting Scholarship, Bollywood & Hollywood
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From mimicking Amitabh Bachchan to conquering Bollywood, Hollywood, and even the Star Trek universe, Adil Hussain’s journey is nothing short of stellar!
In this episode, Adil shares his rise from being a satirical comic in Assam to cracking NSD Delhi, earning a prestigious England acting scholarship, and making his mark in global cinema. He spills stories about working with Sridevi in English Vinglish, his unforgettable meeting with Ang Lee for Life of Pi, and stepping into the iconic world of Star Trek: Discovery.
Adil even performs a stunning piece from Othello! Plus, hear about his award-winning roles in Hotel Salvation and Maj Rati Ketaki (National Award, 2017), and his international wins, including Norway’s Amanda Award and the Kanon Prisen for What Will People Say.
Get ready for laughs, wisdom, and jaw-dropping tales from an actor who started earning at 27 and went on to rule the global stage!
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