Nawazuddin Siddiqui is one of the most talented, versatile, and legendary actors in Indian cinema. He is someone whose genuine love for his craft and mettle for acting clearly reflect in his work. Having delivered countless incredibly different roles, be it the hero or the villain, he has made every character memorable. Fans eagerly await his films, and now he is gearing up for the release of his next film, Main Actor Nahin Hoon, in Indian theatres, after a successful run at international film festivals.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui worked on Main Actor Nahin Hoon for free

The film’s director, Aditya Kripalani, described working with Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a dream come true, highlighting his professionalism and dedication despite not charging any fee. He also revealed the film was earlier titled Impulse before Nawazuddin came on board. Talking to Filmfare, Aditya shared, “He was an absolute professional. He even bought his own ticket to reach Frankfurt, all by himself. He didn’t come with his manager.” He further added, “Him not charging a fee is a big thing, really big. In India, there is always that pressure of ‘how much are you earning?’ When someone like Nawaz doesn’t charge money, you can actually turn around and say, 'This is my earning.' It’s one of the high points of my career."