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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Did you know Sanjay Dutt was ‘nervous' while shooting Munna Bhai MBBS with father Sunil Dutt? ‘He scolds me a lot in real life too'
Bollywood film 'Munna Bhai MBBS' still lingers in the minds of fans, especially the unforgettable moment when Sanjay Dutt and Sunil Dutt share a heartfelt embrace on screen. The iconic "jadoo ki jhappi" scene holds a special place in people's hearts due to the connection the father-son duo shared. Sanjay Dutt once opened up about feeling nervous while acting alongside his father. Sanjay Dutt was nervous while doing 'Munna Bhai MBBS' with father Sunil Dutt 'Dhurandhar' Teaser Drops on Ranveer's 40th Birthday- Fierce New Avatar Revealed! In an old interview with Wild Films India, Sanjay shared his experience of working with his father for the first time in a film. 'It was a great experience working with him. I'd never done a scene or a film with him before, so it was a big moment, and I was scared from the beginning. But he eased me up. I was nervous just because he is my father, and I respect him a lot,' he stated. Dutt also pointed out how their on-screen dynamic wasn't far from reality. 'I think they saw what we are like in real life, as he scolds me a lot – in the film too.' Director Rajkumar Hirani 's initial narration about the movie convinced him to sign it immediately, without thinking twice. About 'Munna Bhai MBBS' Director Rajkumar Hirani once revealed that after he called 'cut,' both Sanjay and Sunil Dutt remained in that embrace, overwhelmed by emotion. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo In a recent interaction with The Indian Express, Hirani confirmed that he is actively developing Munna Bhai 3. He said he is 'genuinely excited' about the upcoming film in the franchise. He further added, on a light-hearted note, that Sanjay might get angry with him if he delays its release or production.
Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
When Sanjay Dutt recalled being ‘nervous' while shooting with father Sunil Dutt in Munna Bhai: ‘Just like in the film, in real life, he scolds me a lot'
Everyone remembers the iconic jadoo ki jhappi moment from Munna Bhai M.B.B.S., when Sunil Dutt's character forgives his son, played by Sanjay Dutt, and the two embrace. It's a scene that continues to resonate with fans, so much so that it was even recreated in Sanju, the biopic on Sanjay Dutt's life. In an old interview with Wild Films India, Sanjay Dutt reflected on the film, his character, and most significantly, working with his father Sunil Dutt for the very first time on screen. 'It was a great experience working with him. I'd never done a scene or a film with him before, so it was a big moment, and I was scared from the beginning, but he eased me up,' he said. 'Nervous just because he is my father and I respect him a lot.' He added that the warmth and tension seen between them on screen was a reflection of their real-life bond. 'I think they saw what we are like in real life, as he scolds me a lot, in the film too.' Sanjay also recalled his first reaction to the film's narration by director Rajkumar Hirani, saying he quite literally 'fell off the chair' and instantly agreed to do it. Also Read | The 'Animal' appeal of Sanjay Dutt: How the star's life unfolded like a Sandeep Reddy Vanga movie Not many people know, but there's a touching bit of trivia associated with that iconic hug scene. Rajkumar Hirani once revealed that even after he called 'cut,' Sunil and Sanjay Dutt remained locked in that embrace, both in tears. It was a deeply emotional moment, not just for them, but for the entire crew who witnessed it up close. In fact, in a recent exclusive conversation with SCREEN, Rajkumar revealed that he has an idea for Munna Bhai 3 that he's genuinely excited about, and has already begun working on it. He also joked that if he doesn't make another Munna Bhai film soon, Sanjay Dutt might get angry with him.
