Jim Sarbh turns 32 today. The actor brings a different kind of vibe to Bollywood with the extremely unconventional roles he chooses and that is very welcoming. The actor is always at an experimentative spree we cannot but appreciate his acting chops and his bold Instagram posts. Here are few facts about the Neerjka actor you never knew.
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Jim Sarbh started his acting journey from the stage. Besides his busy schedule Sarbh also made time to write and direct. He has directed two Mike Barlett plays. One is ‘Bull’ and another one is ‘a version of cock’. ‘Bull’ (2014) Was Jim’s directorial debut.
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Jim is the grandson of Kali Pundole, one of India’s pioneering gallerists. He became passionate about acting while he was pursuing his degree on psychology at the Emory University in Atlanta, US.
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For his extensive work in theatre, Jim was listed in Forbes India’s 30 under 30 list in 2015.
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It was Ranveer Singh, who recommended him to Sanjay Lila Bhansali for Kafur’s role. Within 20 minutes of audition he got a message from Bansali’s production, “Yes, you are locked for the part!”
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His favourite actors in Bollywood are Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Irrfan Khan and Radhika Apte. Jim dated Kalki Koechlin for two years, but now they are only in a ‘friend-ship’ term, according to a close source.
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