For many, being compared to a star can become a label. For Panddurang Chougule, it became a conversation starter, but never the full story. Popularly recognised as “Junior Hardik Pandya” because of his striking resemblance to Indian cricket star Hardik Pandya and his work as Hardik Pandya’s body double for select shoots and campaigns, Paddy has steadily built his own identity across fitness, entrepreneurship and entertainment.

In a candid conversation, Panddurang Chougule opens up about recognition, discipline and building a career beyond resemblance.