Jackie Shroff recalls selling chana and treating himself to jalebis with the earnings

Celebrating the 67th birthday of Bollywood’s Jackie Shroff on February 1, the actor took a nostalgic trip down memory lane in a recent interview. Born Jaikishan Kakubhai Shroff, he has emerged as one of the figures in Indian cinema. Jackie's journey to stardom, however, was not without its share of challenges, as he reminisced about his past struggles in a conversation with a media portal.Before attaining fame, Jackie resided in a Teen Batti Chawl near Grant Road in South Mumbai. His early days saw him engaged in humble occupations, such as pasting posters and selling peanuts during Republic Day and Independence Day functions at bus stands. Fondly recalling those times, he mentioned selling chana and treating himself to jalebis with the earnings. Despite these hardships, Jackie's determination paved the way for a remarkable transformation.
Presently, the actor enjoys a luxurious lifestyle, residing in an opulent 8-BHK apartment and owning farmhouses in Lonavala and Maval. His collection of cars includes a swanky Bentley Continental GT and a BMW M5, reflecting a net worth estimated at Rs 212.76 crore, as per Celebrity Net Worth.
Jackie Shroff embarked on his acting career with a supporting role in the film "Swami Dada," directed by Dev Anand and TK Desai. However, it was his portrayal of the male lead in Subhash Ghai's "Hero" that catapulted him to fame. Subhash Ghai, in an interaction with ANI, praised Jackie's honesty and the intensity reflected on his face. The unkempt, bearded look also played a significant role in Ghai's decision to cast him. "Hero" is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime and Zed 5, featuring a stellar cast including Sanjeev Kumar, the late Shammi Kapoor, Meenakshi Sheshadri, and others.
Jackie Shroff's most recent cinematic endeavor is "Mast Mein Rehne Ka," directed by Vijay Maurya, currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime, marking another chapter in the enduring legacy of this Bollywood icon.