Fun facts about ‘Homebound’ star Vishal Jethwa

With his new film 'Homebound' hitting theaters, get to know the actor, Vishal Jethwa a little better. From his start as a background dancer to his surprising passion for music, these lesser-known facts reveal the dedicated and multifaceted artist behind the intense on-screen characters you see.

Long before becoming a recognized actor, Vishal Jethwa started his journey as a background dancer on shows like ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li'l Champs’. During a promotion for the film ‘London Dreams’, he performed behind stars like Salman Khan, Asin, and Ajay Devgn. Years later, he described reuniting with Salman Khan on the set of ‘Tiger 3’ as a very special "full-circle moment," fondly recalling those early days.

Before his impactful film debut, Vishal Jethwa was already a familiar face on Indian television, having spent years honing his acting craft in popular series. He took on significant roles in several well-known shows, including ‘Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap’, ‘Sankatmochan Mahabali Hanuman’, and ‘Crime Patrol’. This long and important phase in television provided him with truly invaluable acting experience.

To prepare for his dark role in ‘Mardaani 2’, Vishal delved deep into method acting for ultimate realism. He reportedly isolated himself, altered his body language, and even learned tasks with his non-dominant hand to create an unsettling presence. He also watched extensive crime footage to understand his character's mindset, showcasing an incredible dedication that went far beyond just learning lines.

Vishal Jethwa’s celebrity crush is reportedly superstar Katrina Kaif. This fun and revealing tidbit came out in a unique way during a segment with the Curly Tales. It was not a direct interview where he stated the crush himself. Instead, in the entertaining segment, the celebrated actress Kajol was shown guessing that Vishal’s celebrity crush was indeed Katrina Kaif.

Vishal Jethwa has confessed that his greatest passion is music, a craft he actually loves even more than acting. After a video of him singing a Gujarati folk song went viral, he confirmed he is open to singing for films, saying "Why not?". He added that he would love to sing for a nice project and hopefully star in it too, showing his eagerness.