Raghubir Yadav joins The Lallantop’s Guest In The Newsroom for a candid conversation about his extraordinary journey as an actor, musician and theatre artist.
In this detailed interview, Raghubir Yadav talks about Panchayat, the character of Pradhan Ji, his experiences on Lagaan, Om ka Hari and his collaborations with some of Indian cinema’s biggest names, including Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Manoj Bajpayee.
He also recalls stories from his early days, theatre, television, films and the memorable characters he has played over the years. From the story of Shah Rukh Khan’s early theatre days to his experiences working with Aamir Khan and Manoj Bajpayee, Raghubir Yadav opens up about the people and moments that shaped his career.
He also talks about Panchayat 5, Pradhan Ji’s popularity, memorable scenes and the stories behind some of his most loved performances.
Watch the complete conversation for Raghubir Yadav’s stories, memories and insights from a career spanning decades.
00:00 – Highlights of Raghubir Yadav GITN
03:58 – Introduction by Kuldeep Mishra
07:54 – Discussing Film ‘Om Ka Hari’ & Father-Son Relationships
10:01 – Childhood Beatings in Karondhi & Asking “Who Came Second?”
13:49 – Raising His Son Differently & Learning from Children
16:19 – Failing School, Running Away from Home & Parsi Theatre Days
19:51 – Learning Stage Craft at NSD under Ebrahim Alkazi
21:21 – Carpet Mime Scene in Shah Rukh Khan First play with Manoj Bajpayee
25:34 – Acting Philosophy: Life Struggles & Household Chores as Preparation
26:38 – Passion for Flutes & Making Instruments from Straws and PVC Pipes
29:37 – Parsi Theatre Audition, Ghazal Performance & Learning Urdu Talaffuz
33:25 – Finding His Original Voice & Sargent Baba’s Advice
37:08 – Shooting ‘Panchayat’, Absorbing Village Vibe & Bike Accident Scene
42:17 – The 18-Gunshot Death Scene Improvisation in Theater
44:22 – Unforgettable NSD Interview with 1500 Applicants & Alkazi
51:41 – Musical Influences & Meeting Young Shah Rukh Khan at NSD Canteen
53:43 – ‘Massey Sahib’ Debut & Winning International Awards at Venice/IFFI
55:16 – Performing ‘The Fool’ with Barry John (Playing Ages 20 to 75)
59:08 – Theater Memories: ‘Jasma Odan’ HMT Watch Joke & Ben Kingsley’s Praise for ‘Mahabhoj’
1:02:20 – Bundelkhand Folk Songs, Grinding Flour & Bullock Cart Memories
1:06:54 – How Music Saved Him & Playing 10+ Instruments
1:10:09 – Lessons in Social Equality from Childhood in Karondhi
1:12:51 – Love for Cooking, ‘Matan Mohalla’ & Making 2.5 kg ‘Ram Rot’
1:15:29 – Pan Shop Taunt & Returning Home After 20 Years with ‘Massey Sahib’ Award
1:17:16 – ‘Salam Bombay!’ Shoot & Accidental Drug Inhalation on Set
1:22:25 – Iconic TV Roles: ‘Mungeri Lal’, ‘Mulla Nasruddin’ & ‘Chacha Chaudhary’
1:24:15 – Filming ‘Lagaan’ in Bhuj & Emergency Appendix Surgery on Set
1:29:24 – Love for Local Dialects & Working on ‘Peepli Live’
1:33:08 – Open Letter on Student Protests, Sonam Wangchuk & Views on Education
1:38:24 – Q&A: Life Philosophy (iPhone vs. Shankaracharya)
1:39:39 – Q&A: ‘Mulla Nasruddin’ Memories & Playing Hitler in ‘Gandhi to Hitler’
1:44:15 – Q&A: ‘Panchayat’ Vibe & Story of Childhood Friend Naresh
1:46:58 – Q&A: Funny Haircut Memories with Barber Friend Kedar
1:49:47 – Meaning of “Home”, Singing ‘Mujhe Ghar Jaana Hai’ & Unmade Script ‘Mehrunisa’
1:55:30 – ‘Panchayat’ Improvisations, Praise for Co-Actors & Update on Next Season
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