Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior Star Sharad Kelkar Reveals His Plans After The Release Of Ajay Devgn Starrer

Playing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj comes with a lot of responsibility, feels Sharad Kelkar. The actor essays the Maratha ruler in “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior“.

Sharad Kelkar revealed he was quite shocked when he was approached for the role by director Om Raut. “Honestly, when Om called me and said I want you to play Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, it came as a shocker to me. That time I felt a lot of pressure because Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is worshipped as God by Maharashtrians. Playing a character like this comes with a lot of responsibility and you can’t really go wrong with any of the factors around him — his look, his way of walking, his lines, his attitude. All these came to my mind in a span of 30 seconds,” he recalled.

Based on the life of brave Maratha leader Tanaji Malusare, “Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior” stars Ajay Devgn in the title role. Sharad shared that he was extremely comfortable working with the superstar, who treats him like a younger brother.

“A few years ago, I did a TV show where Ajay sir and Kajol were judges and I was the host. We bonded quite well on the sets. He likes me and treats me like a younger brother. He had recommended my name for ‘Baadshaho’, too. He always takes care of his co-actors. He will never make you feel that he is a big star and will make you comfortable on the set. Working with him is fun,” he gushed.