Rajat Bedi, famous for his role in The Ba**ds of Bollywood, is back in the news—this time clearing the air about his comments on moving to Canada. Several months ago, Bedi stated in an interview that he moved to Canada after the release of Koi Mil Gaya, implying that he left Bollywood because he was sidelined and faced difficulties in his career. However, this statement was heavily misrepresented, especially by Mukesh Khanna, who claimed Bedi moved to Canada after being sidelined in promotions for Koi Mil Gaya.
In a recent interview with Siddharth Kannan, Bedi clarified that his statement was taken out of context. He explained, “I share a good bond with Rakesh Roshan sir. The statement about my Canada migration was blown out of proportion because of Mukesh Khanna,” adding that he was with Rakesh Roshan just a week before the interview and that his decision to move to Canada was driven by frustration over Bollywood’s lack of opportunities, not because of any fallout with Rakesh Roshan or his colleagues.
What Led to His Departure from Bollywood?
Despite coming from a family with a long history in Bollywood, Rajat Bedi has faced many challenges during his career. Even being the son of filmmaker Narendra Bedi and the grandson of renowned author Rajinder Singh Bedi, he encountered obstacles in his pursuit of notable positions in the field.
He said that even though he acted in hit films like Koi Mil Gaya and Jaani Dushman, his work didn’t get much appreciation.
He also discussed how his initial opportunities were delayed—his first film was postponed for over three years—and how he was unable to get solid backing since his father had passed away when he was still young. Due to this lack of encouragement and acknowledgment, he left India to pursue a real estate career in Canada, where he encountered more obstacles as a result of unfavorable business dealings.
How Did He React to Being Misquoted?
Bedi expressed frustration over how his comments were manipulated. He stated that he told Khanna during an interview that his move to Canada was due to professional dissatisfaction, but Khanna used this to suggest Bedi left because he was sidelined in Koi Mil Gaya. Bedi said, “That was very wrong. How can you do it just to get hits and views on your video?” He emphasized that his relationship with Rakesh Roshan remained positive and that he’s now focused on making a strong comeback in the film industry after the success of The Ba**ds of Bollywood*.
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What’s Next for Rajat Bedi?
After years of hardship, Bedi is optimistic about his future. He recently featured in The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, which marked his return to the screen after nearly two decades. The success of the movie has given him more self-confidence, and he hopes to play more parts in the future. Bedi stated that he is keen to meet public expectations and regain his position in Bollywood, and that a number of major producers are considering him for projects.
His story reflects resilience—facing rejection, betrayal, and industry neglect—yet rising back with determination. He wishes that his comeback motivates struggling actors to remain patient and not give up.
