MUMBAI: Well-known television actor Gaurav Khanna recently recounted some of his most cherished memories from the set of the iconic investigative series CID, revealing that for the long-running show's cast, the culinary scene was often more important than the dramatic scene they were shooting.
Khanna explained that the atmosphere on the CID set differed significantly from other projects.
(ALSO READ: Mahhi Vij hospitalized ahead of the launch of Seher Hone Ko Hai)
He stated that on a normal show, actors inquire about work: "In other shows, when we go to the set in the morning, we ask, 'How many scenes are there?' 'Where is the script?' 'What is today's schedule?'"
However, on the CID set, the priority was entirely different. Khanna shared, "There, we all would sit and ask only one thing: 'Hey brother, what's for lunch today?' 'Oh, this is coming?'"
He clarified that this intense focus on mealtime was due to the entire cast and crew being avid food enthusiasts.
"Everyone there is a foodie. Yes, everyone is better than the next," he said, laughing about the on-set passion for food.
This rich dining culture prompted a humorous but pointed warning from one of his co-stars.
Khanna vividly recalled the caution he received on his very first day: "I remember Abhijeet sir told me on the first day, 'Son, your weight here is entirely in your own hands.'"
The primary culprit, as Khanna revealed, was a special, irresistible beverage prepared by a crew member named Satyam sir.
"Satyam sir would make lassi for me in a water bottle every afternoon. He used to call me 'Gauru’, the actor recounted. This lassi (a traditional yoghurt-based drink) was so intense that it was famous—or infamous—on set.
"Abhijeet sir and Daya sir would run away from it because he used to put so much sugar and salt in it. But I was addicted and I drank it every day."
Khanna highlighted the immense dedication of Satyam sir, noting that "Every day I shot for CID, Satyam sir made that lassi."
Even more surprisingly, the crew member ensured the drink was available to him despite his post-lunch nap ritual.
Gaurav explained that the crew member would make the lassi, keep it ready, and then go to sleep.
When any assistant director came, he would receive instructions: "I am making lassi for Gauru, give it to him during the shot."
This fun, indulgent routine perfectly captured the high spirits and unique camaraderie shared among the CID cast and crew.
For more news and updates from the world of television, OTT, and movies, stay tuned to TellyChakkar
(ALSO READ: Mahhi Vij hospitalized ahead of the launch of Seher Hone Ko Hai)
For more news and updates from the world of television, OTT, and movies, do follow our WhatsApp channel below:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vanvf444CrfmVoeBYg1K
CREDIT: News 18
Add new comment