Archive · 19 Sep 2025
Manoj Bajpayee: Ashram Visit Inspired New Film 'Jugnuma'
Actor Manoj Bajpayee, star of the movie 'Jugnuma', almost quit acting.
Before filming, he and the director went to a special place called an ashram in the mountains.
While there, they had a strong feeling that made them certain they'd found the right way to make the film.
Bajpayee was unsure about his career at the time and hadn't worked for a year.
His wife supported him.
The film's story, which deals with family issues, was a big reason Bajpayee decided to continue acting.
Manoj Bajpayee visited Neem Karoli Baba Ashram before filming 'Jugnuma'.
The ashram visit helped shape their approach to the project.
'Jugnuma' explores themes of generational trauma and mysticism.
Bajpayee considered quitting acting due to uncertainty.
His wife provided unwavering support.
- Who
- Manoj Bajpayee and director Raam Reddy
- What
- Visited the Neem Karoli Baba Ashram before filming 'Jugnuma' and Bajpayee considered quitting acting.
- When
- Before filming 'Jugnuma' and also before season one of The Family Man.
- Where
- Neem Karoli Baba Ashram at Kainchi Dham in Uttarakhand.
- Why
- To find clarity and direction for the film 'Jugnuma' and during a time of personal uncertainty for Bajpayee.
- Actor
- Manoj Bajpayee
- Film
- Jugnuma
- Director
- Raam Reddy
- Location of Ashram
- Kainchi Dham, Uttarakhand
- Themes of Jugnuma
- Generational trauma, superstition, class, mysticism