“We couldn’t have done better than get Raashii to do this role”: Farhan Akhtar’s High Praise for His 120 Bahadur Co-Star Raashii Khanna

The teaser launch of 120 Bahadur turned out to be more than just a promotional event. It was a powerful celebration of mutual admiration, artistic synergy, and shared purpose. bringing a genuine sense of admiration and ease to the event, pan-India star Raashii Khanna and Farhan Akhtar gave audiences a glimpse into their off-screen equation, one built on mutual respect, and authentic chemistry.

While the teaser showcased a gritty, emotionally charged narrative of the Battle of Rezang- La , the energy on stage was refreshingly light and deeply respectful. Farhan Akhtar, reflecting on Raashii’s role in the film, didn’t hold back in his praise:

“It’s an absolute pleasure, Raashii, working with you. She says that this story found her, I believe it could actually be the other way around. I feel that paths find the people who are best suited to play them. And we couldn’t have done better than get Raashii to do this role. She’s incredible in the film. Whatever you have seen is just a teaser there is a lot more to come”

It was a moment of genuine admiration that visibly moved Raashii, who responded with equal warmth and sincerity. “So when we came together on this film, I have to thank Farhan sir first, because he broke the ice. I’m a little awkward, but sir was very nice.” 

She continued, reflecting on what truly stood out about him as a person: “Like my parents have always taught me, if you want to know about a person, then you should see how he treats people around him. And I think he treats everyone with equal respect, no matter who they are. That’s a quality that I have not seen in a lot of people. That’s why I cherish him more as a human being. Of course, I love him as an actor and a director, but I think I really, really like him as a person. He is very, very inspiring, very, very disciplined. And I think now everyone knows that if I say anything, I genuinely mean it. I genuinely mean this, that the experience has been incredible, and I really hope I get more opportunities like this to work with him.”

The media was quick to pick up on their effortless camaraderie, keeping everyone entertained with Farhan’s and Raashii’s humour throughout the event. For a film like 120 Bahadur, which leans heavily on layered emotions and complex characters, that kind of off-screen synergy only deepens the on-screen impact. And while much of the spotlight remains on the film’s story and scale, it’s the quiet bond between its leads that’s now adding another layer of anticipation.