Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Sanjay Mishra Quit Bollywood to Wash Dishes
Sanjay Mishra is a famous Bollywood actor who once left his acting career to work at a small food stall called a dhaba in Rishikesh.
He did this because he was very sad and confused after his father died and he was also very sick.
He felt that he had made his father feel bad, especially when he shouted at fans and argued with him.
After finding out his father felt humiliated, Sanjay went to spiritual places like Haridwar and Rishikesh to find peace.
He even worked at a dhaba, washing cups and making omelettes to earn money.
He says he sometimes goes to Lonavala to have quiet time with no thoughts in his mind.
Sanjay Mishra left Bollywood to work at a dhaba in Rishikesh after his father's death and his own health issues.
He felt he humiliated his father by shouting at fans and arguing with him.
Doctors had told him he might not survive if his surgery was unsuccessful.
He found solace in spiritual towns like Haridwar and Rishikesh.
He worked at the dhaba washing cups and making omelettes for Rs 150 a day.
- Who
- Sanjay Mishra, veteran Bollywood actor
- What
- Quit acting to work at a dhaba in Rishikesh
- When
- After his father's death and his own health issues
- Where
- Rishikesh, Haridwar, Lonavala
- Why
- To cope with the loss of his father and his own health struggles
- Actor
- Sanjay Mishra
- Location
- Rishikesh
- Occupation
- Dhaba worker
- Health Issue
- Severe illness, surgery
- Father's Last Words
- Tumhari nasihat ki zaroorat nahin Hai (I don’t need your advice)
- Spiritual Retreat
- Haridwar, Rishikesh, Lonavala
- Dhaba Payment
- Rs 150 for washing 50 cups