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Farhan Akhtar on becoming an actor: 'I felt there was more to explore'
Updated On: 19 June, 2026 09:21 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Farhan Akhtar has opened up about his transition from directing to acting, revealing that working on The Fakir of Venice and Rock On!! sparked his interest in performing. The filmmaker-actor said those experiences made him realise the possibilities of acting, leading to films like Luck By Chance and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag

Farhan Akhtar. Pic/AFP
Actor Farhan Akhtar has opened up about his journey into acting.
He revealed how a series of early opportunities eventually shaped his decision to step in front of the camera. Despite already being an established director, he said these experiences encouraged him to explore acting further. Reflecting on his initial experiences, Farhan told IANS that working on projects like “The Fakir of Venice” and “Rock On” played a key role in sparking his interest in acting and encouraged him to explore it further.
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