From the rustic lanes of Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, to the spotlight of Bollywood, Siddhant Chaturvedi’s path hasn’t been without its stumbles—especially linguistic ones. Speaking at the launch of his new film ‘Do Diwane Shehar Mein’ with co-star Mrunal Thakur, the actor broke his silence on the embarrassment and confidence dips caused by language barriers.
Siddhant’s childhood was steeped in Bhojpuri, a dialect that colored his family’s conversations—even his mother still calls Lord Shiva ‘Shankar Bhagwan.’ This background made Mumbai’s fast-paced Hindi scene intimidating. For years after moving, his speech was fragmented, leading him to default to Bhojpuri in interactions. The script of this romantic drama hit close to home, stirring personal memories and making the role feel tailor-made.
He delved into the broader implications: imperfect Hindi in a city like Mumbai directly hits self-esteem. Challenges with sounds like ‘s’ and ‘sh,’ English fluency, and regional accents create moments of shame not just for those from UP or Bihar, but from diverse regions including Rajasthan, Gujarat, the Northeast, and beyond Nepal’s borders.
These hurdles, though seemingly minor, chip away at inner strength over time. Fans are already buzzing over the film’s trailer, released mid-week. Ravi Udyawar’s direction promises emotional depth, bolstered by talents like Ila Arun, Joy Sengupta, Ayesha Raza, and Sandipta Dhar. As February 20 approaches, anticipation builds for its theatrical run and potential box office impact.
