“It Was Like An Acting Masterclass”, Hirav Mehta On Working With Ranveer Singh & Akshaye Khanna In Dhurandhar

Rising actor Hirav Mehta has steadily carved a place for himself in the industry through his dedication and evolving craft. Known for his sincerity, discipline, and ability to adapt across roles, Hirav Mehta has been gradually building momentum as a new-age performer to watch. With experience spanning television, streaming, and now film, he reflects on what it meant to work alongside icons like Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna to name a few.

Hirav revealed that stepping onto the set for the first time was both exhilarating and intimidating, especially when performing alongside such celebrated talent, "When you're working alongside superstar figures, it can feel overwhelming because somewhere you feel the pressure to rise to their level. On my first day on the set of Dhurandhar, I was incredibly nervous, performing scenes, walking in sync with the cast, and maintaining the right presence, especially next to actors like Ranveer sir and Akshaye sir."

The young actor described a particularly memorable moment of encouragement that transformed his confidence on set. "When I introduced myself, Ranveer sir told me, 'You're doing great. I've been watching you, you're performing your scenes really well.' Hearing that from someone like him instantly filled me with joy and reassurance. It made me feel like I was doing something right, and that truly motivated me." Hirav Mehta added that simply observing Singh and Khanna perform was like attending a masterclass. "The moment 'action' is called, something shifts. They don't need to teach verbally; their craft speaks for itself. The variations they bring to their delivery and performance are incredible." Hirav also adds, "I've learned that you have to step onto a set with a clean slate, stay open-minded, and allow room for trial and error. That's how you sharpen your craft and grow as an actor."

After building a steady and diverse body of work; from Mere Sai on Sony TV to Bade Acche Lagte Hain Season 4, along with the wider recognition he gained through Netflix's Elite, taking on Dhurandhar felt like the most natural and forward-moving step in his career. With Dhurandhar generating strong anticipation, Mehta's heartfelt insights offer a glimpse into the supportive and creatively charged atmosphere behind the scenes.