Actor Amit Sadh, who will be seen in Pune Highway next, says he thrives on challenges
Acting happened due to a challenge! And this is that ‘bring-it-on’ trait in him that helped Amit Sadh cement his place in the entertainment industry. Twenty-three years down the line, the actor has done it all — television soaps, reality TV, films and OTT. Traversing mediums with élan, Amit now has an enviable body of work that includes cinematic gems like Sultan, Gold and Breathe.
Amit is all enthused about his upcoming film Pune Highway, a murder mystery woven in a friendship story. Slated to release later this month, Amit speaks about his character, “Khandu is a regular guy who wishes well for everyone but he is also ambitious.” The film, which marks theatre veteran Rahul DaCunha’s debut as a film director also has Bugs Bhargava Krishna in the driving seat.
How was it working with two directors? “To be honest, it never felt like two people are directing this project. They were so much in sync. From day one, we were clear about what we were expected to deliver!”
The film’s team has many theatre veterans apart from its directors. There is Jim Sarbh and Rajit Kapoor. Amit loves theatre, though he has not acted much on stage. “I love watching plays, but for me acting has largely been confined to the screen.”
In Pune Highway, he finds a gripping narrative that explores the fragility of friendships when tested by unforeseen circumstances. “Playing this role has been one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences in my career. It’s a story that speaks to anyone who has ever valued friendship,” Amit shares.
Talking of friendships, the Kai Po Che! actor wouldn’t name anyone in particular, but shares how friendship adds meaning to his life. “I am fortunate to have made friends world over!”
For Amit, life is not a constant flow of highs and lows. “I am still working towards my high. Yes, I have done some wonderful projects, and I am chasing more!”
As for the lows, he has none actually. “I consider the tough times as my preparation ground. For a bystander, what may look like a downfall, to me it is a journey upward. Look, from being a nobody I am here in the industry for all these years, working with good people and doing great work!”
When not facing the camera, Amit loves reading and travelling. So much into reading that he does not mind opening six books simultaneously. Among the life-altering ones, “Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie and Stories of Your Life and Others by Ted Chiang are books that I have really enjoyed and recommend.”
Motorcycling is his another passion. A documentary, titled Motorcycles Saved My Life in 2024, was made under the banner of his production house Gully Gladiators.
Amit will also be seen in another film, Main, where he plays an encounter specialist. But all eyes are on Pune Highway for the moment. “It’s a blend of suspense and emotional depth with a universal theme. The film must work so that we can bring more such projects!”
Mumbai
People call it City of Dreams. For me it’s been a city that makes one come to terms with reality. I came here without any connection, without much knowledge. I have found the people, the path, and the purpose – all here. That said, I love Chandigarh and the geris I have had! – Amit Sadh
