The man who almost killed Amitabh Bachchan: Puneet Issar says Coolie mishap ruined career
Puneet Issar, known for his role as Duryodhan in Mahabharata, credits a near-fatal accident with Amitabh Bachchan in 1982 for his career resurgence. While filming Coolie, Puneet mistimed a punch during a fight scene, causing severe injury to Amitabh, who was later declared clinically dead. The incident led to a six-year period where Puneet struggled to find work, but he emerged stronger and eventually landed the iconic role in Mahabharata.
Despite the intense trauma, Puneet maintains that the accident was a necessary part of his journey, reinforcing his belief that "whatever happens, happens for the good."
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