Pankaj Tripathi recalls hotel work and turning down politics

Actor Pankaj Tripathi recalled two years working at a hotel, where he peeled onions and potatoes.

He said that as a student he wanted to become a student leader, but police beat him and he changed his mind.

Tripathi later pursued acting and became known for his work in films and streaming shows.

He said streaming platforms helped actors from ordinary families find opportunities and build careers.

After becoming famous, he was invited to enter politics but declined, saying his acting career was going well.

He described serving the public as a serious responsibility and said it was not easy.

He has previously said that politics can directly affect people’s lives, but did not say he plans to enter it.