Rajesh Kumar's Journey from TV Fame to Family Farming Challenges
Rajesh Kumar's Transition to Farming
In 2017, Rajesh Kumar, known for shows like Sarabhai Vs. Sarabhai, transitioned from a successful acting career to becoming a family farmer. His journey began with high hopes and enthusiasm but soon turned into a struggle against increasing debts.
Challenges Faced by a Family Farmer
Despite his initial excitement, Rajesh faced numerous challenges in his farming venture. He shared, “There’s a long list of people who at first said ‘Wow, what an amazing idea’ and then ignored me.” After several setbacks and accumulating debts of around Rs 2 crore, he was forced to sell vegetables to sustain himself.
Lessons from the Struggle
Reflecting on his experiences, Kumar said, “Selling vegetables was not a menial job.” His goal was to show children the significance of farming and the hard work behind vegetables they often took for granted.
Emotional Connections
- Rajesh recalled the emotional moment he was selling vegetables outside his son's school
- His son’s classmates encouraged teachers to support him by buying vegetables
The Path Back to Acting
After shutting down his failing farm startup, Rajesh made a comeback to acting, appearing in Kota Factory as a Math teacher and participating in new film projects.
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