When we think of BR Chopra’s epic ‘Mahabharat’ from 1988, many faces come to mind. But one shines brighter than all. Nitish Bharadwaj made Lord Krishna’s role his own. His portrayal was so powerful, it became etched in our memories. Now, on the special occasion of Janmashtami, the beloved actor opened up. He shared his deep feelings about playing Krishna. He also talked about his life lessons from the role.
When Nitish Bharadwaj first played Lord Krishna on the TV show ‘Mahabharat’, he did more than act. He brought Krishna to life in millions of hearts. Even today, people see him and simply call him Krishna. The actor spoke with Amar Ujala Digital for Janmashtami. He shared memories from his life. He also talked about his connection with Krishna.
Finding Krishna Within
For Nitish Bharadwaj, Janmashtami is not just a holiday. It is a time for him to look inside himself. He meditates. He chants sacred words from his guru. He spends time in self-reflection. Prayers and traditions are good, he believes. But the real Krishna is found deep inside us.
Dahi Handi: Then and Now
He remembered his childhood Dahi Handi celebrations. Back then, it was more than just a game. It was a festival that brought everyone together. Krishna’s stories of stealing butter teach us to live united. People should work together. But today, these events often seem more about show. They are also about money.
Faith Lives On
Nitish sees something good happening now. People are celebrating Krishna at home with more true devotion. Parents bring their young children to his play, ‘Chakravyuh’. These kids, some just five or ten years old, try to understand Krishna. They also try to understand spiritual duty. It makes him feel that faith and belief are still strong. They are alive in people’s hearts.
A Life-Changing Role
Playing Krishna in ‘Mahabharat’ truly changed his life. He calls it a soul-touching experience. It was not just about acting. When people see you as Krishna, that character starts to live inside you. He learned that Gita and Krishna are more than books or stories. They are a true way to live life.
Lessons for Today’s World
What message from the Gita is most needed today? Nitish has clear answers. We should improve our skills. We must work with honesty. We need to think about society and our nation. It is time to move beyond our small personal wants. He stressed keeping caste differences within homes, not letting them divide society. He believes it is time to bring back the old strength and identity.
Guiding Young Minds
He has an important message for younger people. Show your children the path of the Gita, he advises. Gita is not just a religious text. It is a guide for life. It gives us courage. It teaches us patience. It helps us make good choices.
Would He Play Krishna Again?
Would he ever play Krishna’s role again? Nitish Bharadwaj simply smiles. “Why not?” he says. “My understanding is much deeper now. If I get the chance, I can play Krishna even better.”
A Mother’s Vision
His most cherished memory is about his mother. He shared that his mother saw him as Krishna during her meditation. He feels this was not his own power. It was Krishna’s divine play. Krishna showed his mother that the real God is formless. He is not found just in idols. Nitish calls this moment the most sacred of his life.
The Real Janmashtami
For Nitish Bharadwaj, Krishna is not just for worship. He is our thoughts. He is our inspiration. He is the light that guides us to the right path. True Janmashtami happens, he believes, when we discover Krishna within ourselves.