Galwan Director Apoorva Lakhia Praises Ankur Bhatia’s Growth; Calls Him A ‘Dedicated And Fearless’ Performer

During a recent chat, Galwan director Apoorva Lakhia reflected on Ankur Bhatia’s growth as an actor while praising his passion. Read on

Filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia, known for his gritty and realistic storytelling, shares a long-standing creative bond with actor Ankur Bhatia – a collaboration that began with the 2013 action drama Zanjeer. In the film, Ankur played Bosco, a role that marked his entry into mainstream cinema and the start of a professional relationship built on trust, craft, and creative chemistry.

Apoorva and Ankur’s partnership deepened with Haseena Parkar, where Ankur portrayed Ibrahim Parkar, earning widespread praise for his nuanced performance and emotional depth. They reunited once again for Crackdown, the high-octane espionage web series where Ankur delivered a standout act as Tariq, bringing authenticity and intensity to the screen.

Apoorva Lakhia Praises Ankur Bhatia’s Growth

Recently – while talking about working with Ankur Bhatia across multiple projects, Apoorva Lakhia shared, “Ankur is one of those actors who dives into every role like it’s an adventure full of heart, sincerity, and total dedication. I’ve watched him grow with such patience and passion, always hungry to learn and get better. Every time I’ve worked with him, he’s delivered more than expected solid, reliable, and always fun to have around. Working with him never feels like work, it’s always a great ride!”

After memorable collaborations on Zanjeer, Haseena Parkar, and Crackdown, Apoorva Lakhia and Ankur Bhatia are reportedly set to reunite once again in Lakhia’s upcoming directorial, Galwan – which stars Salman Khan in the lead. With their proven creative sync and history of powerful storytelling, this upcoming project is expected to be yet another exciting chapter in their continuing association.

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