From a small village in Bihar to becoming one of the most unforgettable character actors of Indian cinema — Akhilendra Mishra’s journey is a story in itself.
In this special episode of “90s vs Now”, he takes us behind the making of Kroor Singh from Chandrakanta — how the character came to him, how the iconic “Yakoo” catchphrase was born, and how he created a character that audiences still remember decades later.
He also shares amazing stories from the sets of Lagaan, memories of playing Chandrashekhar Azad, his journey from village life and theatre to films, and the experiences that shaped him as an actor.
A conversation filled with nostalgia, untold stories and unforgettable characters — only on 90s vs Now.