Gaurav Chopra grows his hair to embody the intense role of Professor Rajveer Shastri in Sony SAB’s ‘Pushpa Impossible’
Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible continues to resonate with viewers across generations through its heartfelt and relatable storytelling. Adding a new dimension to the show’s engaging narrative, acclaimed actor Gaurav Chopra has made a remarkable return to television after a five-year hiatus. He steps into the impactful role of Professor Rajveer Shastri, a character layered with intellect, intensity, and emotional depth.
City Air News
May 15, 2025 01:49
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Mumbai: Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible continues to resonate with viewers across generations through its heartfelt and relatable storytelling. Adding a new dimension to the show’s engaging narrative, acclaimed actor Gaurav Chopra has made a remarkable return to television after a five-year hiatus. He steps into the impactful role of Professor Rajveer Shastri, a character layered with intellect, intensity, and emotional depth.
Professor Rajveer Shastri is depicted as a sharp, cynical law professor known for his powerful courtroom presence and fierce advocacy. Once a rising star in the legal world, a scandal derailed his promising career, leaving deep personal and professional scars. To do justice to such a multifaceted role, Gaurav Chopra underwent a significant physical transformation, including growing out his hair to reflect the brooding, weathered, and intense persona of Rajveer.
Speaking about the transformation, Gaurav shared, “When I was approached for the role of Professor Rajveer Shastri in Pushpa Impossible, I instantly knew this wasn’t just another character—it was a man with a story that needed to be told with raw honesty. Rajveer is not your typical television hero; he's warrior, layered, wounded, yet fiercely intelligent. Portraying someone like him required more than just learning lines—it demanded a transformation in every sense. One of the first things I decided to do was grow my hair. It might sound like a small detail, but I believe appearances speak volumes, especially on screen. Rajveer’s look had to echo his emotional state—unconventional, intense, and weathered by life. The longer hair gave him a rugged edge, a sense of rebellion against the world that wronged him, and a quiet strength. It helped me internalize his pain, his cynicism, and his need for redemption.”
