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Army Dream to Actor's Acclaim: Ahlawat's Journey
23 Nov
Summary
- Jaideep Ahlawat once aspired to join the Indian Army.
- He gained inspiration from classmates joining the NDA.
- Army officers discussed his role in 'The Family Man'.
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat, known for his intense roles, shared a surprising personal detail: his past aspiration to join the Indian Army. Speaking at Sahitya AajTak 2025, Ahlawat confessed that acting was never his initial career goal. His father's love for literature sparked his interest, but it was seeing classmates join the National Defence Academy that ignited a desire for military service.
Ahlawat's journey took a different path, leading him to acting. However, he found a profound connection to his military dream when he learned that Indian Army officers had WhatsApp groups discussing his performance as Hathi Ram Chaudhary in 'The Family Man.' This connection deeply touched him, serving as a fulfillment of his aspiration in an unexpected way.
Currently, Ahlawat is gaining attention for his antagonist role in 'The Family Man Season 3'. The show, lauded for its thrilling and emotional depth, features Manoj Bajpayee in a grounded performance, with new cast members adding significant tension.
