Mickey Dhamejani
, the beloved
child actor
who portrayed a young
Hrithik Roshan
in the iconic films 'Koi Mil Gaya' and '
Krrish
,' is making headlines once again. Over two decades after his Bollywood debut in the 2000 film 'Dhai Akshar Prem Ke,' starring alongside Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai, Dhamejani is poised for a remarkable comeback.
Nostalgic photos of Dhamejani with Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra from the sets of 'Krrish' have recently resurfaced, sparking a wave of fond memories among fans.
Reflecting on his time with Roshan, Dhamejani recalled that he had only fond memories of Hrithik. He mentioned that Hrithik was incredibly supportive and kind. Dhamejani reminisced about a drive from Chandigarh to Manali where Hrithik had gifted him and his sister some Bounty chocolates. He also mentioned that Hrithik had invited him to his home and had coached him on his hand movements and body language, which Dhamejani found invaluable since he was portraying a younger version of Hrithik.
Now, Dhamejani is open to exploring opportunities in both Bollywood and Hollywood. In an interview with Hindustan Times, Micky shared how good it feels to be in the limelight again and larified that his intention was never to go viral; it had happened organically. He mentioned being in discussions for a Bollywood project but stated that he and his family would decide together on the next steps.
Regarding his choice of ophthalmology, Dhamejani revealed that since childhood, he had worn high-powered glasses and struggled with poor eyesight. He recalled how, even during his time on sets, he would simply memorize his lines and shoot the scenes. He attributed his decision to specialize in
ophthalmology
to his mother’s early cataract due to high blood pressure, which had inspired him to understand the importance of eye health.
Despite pursuing a medical career, Dhamejani affirmed that he had not abandoned his passion for acting. He expressed openness to new opportunities in both Bollywood and Hollywood, expressing a desire to be involved in projects under directors like
Karan Johar
or
Yash Raj
. He clarified that his purpose was not solely to become a mainstream movie star but to utilize any opportunities that came his way for the greater good of society.
Dhamejani, who began his acting career at the tender age of five, has an impressive portfolio, having featured in over 300 commercials and more than 10 films, including 'Ishq Vishk' and the Hollywood hit 'Eat Pray Love.' Despite his early success, he chose to step away from the limelight at 17 to pursue an
MBBS degree
, later earning an MS in Ophthalmology.
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