Vicky Kaushal reveals the on-screen character closest to his real self and how storytelling shapes our lives

Renowned actor Vicky Kaushal, known for his stellar performances, recently delved into a candid conversation providing insightful confessions about both his personal life and his journey in the film industry.

When asked about the on-screen character closest to his real self, Vicky pointed to Deepak from "Masaan" and Vicky from "Manmarziyaan." According to him, these characters reflect different facets of his personality.

Discussing the role of storytelling in shaping our understanding of the world, Vicky expressed its pivotal importance. Quoting to Femina he said, "A very important role I personally feel because in your real life playing your own character, you get consumed with so much of the rat-race going on and all the like you the difficulties and everything that you sometimes get stuck with your own perspective and when you come into a different world in a theatre and you are shown some other perspective of a human being and you get affected by it I think your horizons of understanding just broadened. and that i feel is sometimes just required, and that is why we sometimes get too deeply connected with a story or a character."

Addressing the challenges of maintaining self-worth in the fiercely competitive world of films, Vicky shared a valuable insight. He stressed the significance of self-competition, asserting that one's focus should be on personal growth and contentment. According to Vicky, evaluating whether he was the best version of himself on a given day serves as a yardstick for success. By centering his attention on personal satisfaction rather than external noise, Vicky believes one can navigate the pressures of the film industry.

Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal is riding high on the success of his latest venture, "Sam Bahadur," where his portrayal of Sam Manekshaw earned critical acclaim globally. The film showcased his acting prowess and garnered praise from audiences worldwide.