EXCLUSIVE: Chandan Roy Sanyal Reflects On His Journey With Shah Rukh Khan From Being An Iconic 90s Symbol Of Romance To Sharing Screen Space In Jab Harry Met Sejal

Chandan Roy Sanyal is a talented Indian actor known for his dynamic performances across films, web series, and theatre. He made a striking debut in Kaminey (2009), earning praise for his portrayal of the eccentric Mikhail. Over the years, he has showcased his versatility in a range of roles, from intense dramas to lighthearted comedies. Leaving a lasting impression with films like D-Day, Jazbaa, and Prague. In recent years. He has gained further recognition in the digital space with acclaimed performances in web series such as Aashram and Candy. With his natural screen presence and commitment to complex characters, Chandan continues to be a compelling force in Indian cinema. In an exclusive interview, Chandan talks about working with Shah Rukh Khan.

Chandan Roy Sanyal On Shah Rukh Khan

In an exclusive chat with Bollywood Bubble, Chandan Roy Sanyal shares an anecdote about Shah Rukh Khan. He says, “Shah Rukh Khan mere liya Sunil hai, Kabhi Ha Kabhi Naa Ke, class 8^th me tha tab ek film aayi thi aur mere ghar pe telephone nahi tha aur mereko ek class me ek ladki thi jisse mujhe ishq ho gaya tha, jaisa Sunil ka Anna ke saath. Sunil was a prototype for all the lost lover who just loved…. class me aati thi, paas se guzarti thi toh khushbu aa jaati thi toh waise hi day dreamer tha mai, toh jab maine kabhi haa kabhi na dekhi thi toh, Sunil, Anna ko pyaar karta hai aur mil hi nahi rahi Anna toh Shah Rukh Khan mere liye woh the… 90s me jab mai bada ho raha tha tabh Sunil from Kabhi Ha Kabhi Naa, Bazigaar… I mean sabka hi hai.” (For me, Shah Rukh Khan was Sunil from Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa. Like him, I had a school crush and was a daydreamer. Watching him love Anna but never get her felt personal. Growing up in the ’90s, Sunil and Baazigar made SRK my hero.)

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Chandan On Sharing A Set With Shah Rukh Khan

“Toh jab main unke saamne pohocha abhinay karne itne saalo baad, bhale film charcha me nahi aayi, chali na chali magar maine baade maze kiye unke saath. Maine at least Shah Rukh Khan sahab ke saath 1 on 1 scene kiya maine. Jiske liye mujhe paise mil, unke saath rehearsal kar raha hu, acchi-acchi baatien bata rahe hai, mai seekh raha hu toh yeh kitno ko mauka milta hai? Ek ladka joh Karolbaag me paida hua hai, saarkari school me padha hai, college hai, home tuition padhate hue, usko bolna abhineta banna, aasan nahi haina, mai kaha kaha nahi gaya. Meri unse zyda baatien nahi hui magar woh bohot hi pakke Delhi wale hai, unhone mujhese pucha tha ki tu kaha se hai, maine kaha Karolbaag se hu, Rajindernagar se, toh joh Rajindernagar bolte haina woh Delhi wale bolte hai.” (Acting with Shah Rukh Khan was a dream come true. I did a one-on-one scene, rehearsed with him, and learned so much. For a boy from Karol Bagh who struggled to become an actor, it was surreal. We didn’t talk much, but as a true Delhiite, he recognized Rajinder Nagar instantly.)

“Maine kaha aapke baare me sab pata hai, kaha rehete ho, kaha padhe ho, maine kaha aapke ghar ke pass joh aate ki chakki hai waha se mere ghar pe aata, aata hai toh he was surprised, toh that’s who he is naa, he’s a magician, he’s one of a kind, unka joh aura hai, joh vibe hai, joh unki journey hai. Toh he’s someone I look upto, how he does things. Abhi woh Rotterdam Festival gaaye the last year, unka ek bohot baada podcast tha stage pe toh jab woh baat karte haina toh sunne ka mann karta hai.” (Working with Shah Rukh Khan was a dream come true. I got to rehearse, perform a one-on-one scene, and learn from him. For a boy from Karol Bagh who fought to become an actor, it felt surreal. We didn’t talk much, but as a true Delhiite, he immediately recognized Rajinder Nagar.)

About Harry Met Sejal

Jab Harry Met Sejal (2017) is a romantic drama film directed by Imtiaz Ali, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma. The story follows Harry, a charming yet lonely tour guide in Europe, and Sejal, a free-spirited woman searching for her lost engagement ring. Their journey takes them through breathtaking European locations, leading to unexpected self-discovery and romance. While the film boasted stunning visuals, soulful music by Pritam, and strong performances, it received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Despite its underwhelming box office performance, it remains a memorable love story for fans of Shah Rukh Khan and Imtiaz Ali’s signature storytelling.

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Avinash Pal

Avinash Singh Pal has been in the media world for more then a decade. He is presently working as Senior Correspondent at Bollywood Bubble. Previously he has worked for Amar Ujala, Dainik Bhaskar and Hindustan and also been a news anchor and radio jockey in the past.