Raghav JuyalA dancer and reality TV host who left TV at the height of his popularity, he opened up about the heartbreaking rejection he faced before landing his career-defining role in The Killing. The actor, who is currently gearing up for his first solo starring film, shared how setbacks can be a blessing in disguise.
Raghav Juyal recalls being removed from film
In an interview with News18, Raghav Juyal recalled a time when he almost missed out on a blockbuster movie before The Killing was released. Talking about it, he said: “I had been selected to act in a film. The film was about to be released and I was ready to start shooting. Then all of a sudden, they stopped calling. Then they told me they were looking for a big face. “He further revealed the reason for his rejection, which broke his heart. He shared, “Main unko bola tha ki main khaa-peeke apnaface bada karta hoon kyunki abhi toh mera chhota face hai. Main aise mazaak kar deta hoon. Mujhe koi Farak nahi padhta. Later I came to know that the hero of the film told the producers not to cast me. Mujhe bahot dukh hua tha tab (I told) they said I had to eat more and gain some weight so that my face would look bigger because I have a small face now, and then I found out that the star of the film had asked the producers not to cast me.”In the same conversation, Raghav said that everything that happened to him after that incident was fine. He added, “I was like, thank God I didn’t make that movie. The funny thing is, that movie never got made. Caffey told the studio to make it.” It should appear on the floor multiple times, but it never does. “
Raghav Juyal on confidence and becoming a superstar
Raghav’s next release is Bhai Tera Star Hai, his first film as a solo lead. Looking back on his 16-year journey, he said, “Main jo Bolta Hoon, woh hota hai. I wouldn’t call it manifestation but kaam karne ki power… Now I say I will be a superstar and I know I will be a superstar. I can already feel it within me. Woh baad mein bahar reflects hoga.” This is not my imagination. “
750 scripts since “Kill”
Talking about the reaction after ‘The Kill’, Raghav Juyal revealed, “After ‘The Kill’, I received around 750 scripts in which I was the solo lead. I chose ‘Bhai Tera Star Hai’, ‘Ikaai’ and a few others. After ‘Bollywood Bad’, I didn’t do any role where I was the hero’s best friend.”
More information about “Bhai Tera Star Hai”
The film is directed by Vivek B Agarwal and stars Raghav Juyal. Sanjay Kapoor, Niharika NMand Nikki Welsh. The film is scheduled to be released on July 30, 2026.