Harshvardhan Started As Waiter For Rs 20 Daily, Struggled Even For A Proper Meal

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Harshvardhan Rane’s journey in the film industry has been anything but easy. His 2016 romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam initially struggled at the box office, but its recent re-release changed everything. The film earned over ₹30 crore in just ten days, proving that some stories just need time to find their audience. Much like the film’s unexpected success, Harshvardhan’s own path in Bollywood has been filled with hardship, persistence, and an unbreakable spirit.

In an interview, the actor reflected on his early struggles. Arriving in Mumbai with no industry connections, he took up odd jobs just to survive. “I started as a waiter in a hostel mess,” he shared. Later, he maintained records at an STD booth for a mere ₹10 a day. Eventually, he found work at a café, doubling his daily earnings to ₹20. Survival was a daily battle—finding a proper meal, a clean washroom, even affording a deodorant to manage the cramped conditions of shared accommodations.

His first taste of financial independence was unforgettable. “I remember when I finally earned a little, I bought a perfume and treated myself to a McDonald’s shake,” he recalled with a smile. For him, real struggle was ensuring basic necessities, and by comparison, the challenges of the film industry seemed far less daunting.

Despite his growing recognition, Harshvardhan still actively seeks work rather than waiting for offers. While some of his industry friends advise against it, he remains unfazed. “Some tell me, ‘You’ve done 7-8 films here, 10-11 in the South—why go to producers’ offices asking for work? It doesn’t look good.’ But I just smile and pretend to listen,” he said. His humility and unwavering commitment to his craft set him apart in an industry where connections often dictate success.

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