Former BJP MP and actor of the popular television series — Mahabharat — Nitish Bhardwaj who played the role of lord Krishna on Tuesday said he quit politics as his abilities were ‘not fully utilised’.
The actor who shot to fame after his role as lord Krishna in Mahabharat was in the city to attend a felicitation ceremony at Press Club held by Women Journalist Organisation. Several senior journalists were honoured by the organisation on the occasion. Bhardwaj said he had put no extra efforts in playing lord Krishna’s role and whatever he could achieve was because of his parents’ blessings and love from his fans.
On politics, Bhardwaj said, “When I was an MP, I got the opportunity to meet villagers and observe their culture and lifestyles. Though I am not active in politics anymore, I do not regret to quit it.” However, he said if a good opportunity presents itself, he would definitely consider joining politics again. Bhardwaj’s Marathi film which is based on Sudha Murthy’s story ‘Pitru Runn’ released recently on December 6.
BJP MP from Raipur Ramesh Bais and president of Chhattisgarh Cultural Board Ganesh Kaushik were also present on the occasion.