‘Saiyaara’ actor Rajesh Kumar had only Rs 2,500 in his account; was in Rs 2 crore debt: ‘I couldn’t bring two chocolates for my kids’

Rajesh Kumar, celebrated for roles in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, is back, thanks to ‘Saiyaara’s’ success. The film, a romantic drama, has grossed over Rs 400 crore worldwide. Rajesh faced severe financial struggles, including a Rs 2 crore debt, leading him to farming in 2019. The pandemic worsened his situation, leaving him nearly bankrupt. ‘Saiyaara’ has given him a much-needed comeback.