Bollywood thrives on game-changing partnerships, and Akshay Oberoi’s recent project with acclaimed director Neeraj Pandey, Ritesh Shah, and icon Manoj Bajpayee proves the point. Sharing his takeaways in an interview, Oberoi painted a picture of growth and inspiration amid top-tier talent.
Pandey’s direction was revelatory, he said. ‘A thriller maestro like him turns sets into learning labs. His accuracy, plot command, and cinematic flair offered endless lessons. This role polished my artistry.’
Shah’s character-driven style impressed deeply. ‘He captures emotional truths, making every frame resonate with truth. I absorbed techniques for heartfelt, weighty portrayals. Demanding work with huge payoffs.’
Bajpayee stood out as ultimate motivation. ‘Beyond acting excellence, he’s discipline personified, firing up the whole unit. Collaborating was a masterclass in ambition. I’m thrilled to have been part of it.’ He beckoned viewers: ‘See the film for unmatched acting prowess.’
Oberoi’s next big screen outing is ‘Toxic,’ featuring Yash, Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Rukmini Vasanth, and Tara Sutaria. Under Geetu Mohandas’ direction, the Kannada-English film eyes dubs in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and beyond. Premieres worldwide on March 19 as ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups.’