Actor Vivek Oberoi has been making headlines recently for his pivotal role as Vidyutjihva in director Nitesh Tiwari's highly anticipated mega-budget movie 'Ramayana'. Reports previously emerged that Vivek Oberoi will donate his entire remuneration from 'Ramayana' to support children battling cancer. However, this is not the first time the actor has captured attention for his philanthropy, as his career spans over two decades. He made his Bollywood debut in 2002 with Ram Gopal Varma's acclaimed crime drama 'Company', playing the memorable gangster character Chandrakant 'Chandu' Nagre, a performance that earned him widespread critical acclaim.
Going Door-to-Door for Vivek's Big Break
Reflecting on those early days, veteran actor and father Suresh Oberoi opened up about the grueling effort required to launch his son into the film industry. Speaking on a YouTube channel, Suresh shared that he used to carry Vivek's photographs and visit various filmmakers, pleading for a single opportunity. It felt much like the struggles he faced during his own early days in acting. Suresh noted that entering the film world meant reliving the struggle, but this time it was entirely for his son. He admitted that he had to struggle extensively for Vivek, going to filmmakers' homes just as he once carried his own portfolio pictures.
How Vivek Landed the Role in 'Company'
During the period when Suresh was working on a project with Ram Gopal Varma, he learned about the film 'Company' and pitched Vivek for a role. However, the director wanted to test Vivek's acting chops before locking him in. Fortunately, Vivek possessed a recording from his acting institute, which Suresh handed over to Ram Gopal Varma. Impressed by the tape, RGV visited Suresh's home to watch more and was deeply struck by Vivek's raw talent, ultimately cementing the role that launched his career. The gritty crime drama also starred Ajay Devgn, Manisha Koirala, Mohanlal, and Antra Mali.
Suresh Oberoi's Emotional Reaction to the Debut
Suresh recalled shedding tears of emotion upon seeing his son on the big screen for the very first time. Yet, he noted that 'Company' is not his personal favorite among Vivek's performances. As an actor, Suresh actually preferred Vivek's work in the 2002 romantic drama 'Saathiya', which hit theaters just months after 'Company'. On the work front, Vivek was last seen in Rohit Shetty's OTT action series 'Indian Police Force' and 'Masti 4'. He is now gearing up for Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana', slated to release in India during Diwali and globally on November 6.
