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Pankaj Tripathi Recalls Childhood Without Toothbrushes or Cakes
1 Oct
Summary
- Pankaj Tripathi never used a toothbrush for 19-20 years
- No tradition of birthday celebrations or gifts in his village
- Tripathi still connects to his roots when filming in small towns
In a recent conversation on the sets of 'Mirzapur: The Film', acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi has shared nostalgic memories from his childhood in a small village. Tripathi, known for his versatile performances, revealed that for almost 19-20 years of his life, he never used a toothbrush or toothpaste, instead relying on neem twigs or guava sticks to clean his teeth.
Tripathi also recalled that there was no tradition of celebrating birthdays or exchanging gifts in his village, as they did not even have a marketplace until he was 19 years old. He told his co-star Rasika Dugal that he feels shy about cutting cakes, as he had never experienced such celebrations growing up.
Despite his rise to stardom, Tripathi remains connected to his humble roots. He shared that even today, when filming in smaller towns, he asks his staff to bring him a neem twig, as he finds joy in using it. Tripathi's journey from a childhood without modern amenities to becoming a celebrated actor serves as an inspiration, proving that anything is possible.
'Mirzapur: The Film', which Tripathi is currently shooting, will delve deeper into the world of the popular web series, with the actor reprising his role as the iconic Kaleen Bhaiya. Fans can expect exciting updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses from the sets as the production progresses.
