"Rejection is the rule of the world. You cannot escape it": Raktanchal fame Kranti Prakash Jha opens up about his early struggles and life after MS Dhoni

Actor Kranti Prakash Jha, known for his role in Raktanchal, recently spoke candidly about the hardships that molded his career, admitting that facing rejection, dealing with money troubles, and staying persistent were all part of his climb to where he is now. Though he's now recognized for standout roles in films and web series, Jha made it clear that his rise as an actor came with real difficulty.

Talking about what it really takes to survive as an actor, Jha remarked, "Rejection is the rule of the world. You cannot escape it." He explained that facing rejection is something everyone must go through eventually, and learning to accept it is key to pushing forward. According to him, each disappointment only fueled his determination to keep chasing his goals.

Looking back at his struggling days in Mumbai, Jha talked about the grind that came with pursuing acting work. He recalled commuting by train from Goregaon to Mahalakshmi, often carrying multiple changes of clothes since train travel in crowded conditions left clothing sweaty and unusable. He mentioned stopping at Famous Studio in Mahalakshmi to freshen up and change before auditions or meetings.

Jha also opened up about how recognition from M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story didn't immediately lead to more work. He shared that for roughly two years after the film, things stayed the same — there was no major disappointment, but he did question why opportunities and income weren't coming despite the film's popularity. He noted that the appreciation never made him overconfident about his acting abilities, crediting his upbringing for keeping him grounded, both then and now. Still, those two years left him without steady work or income.

Even through that tough stretch, Jha never gave up on his path. Now, riding the wave of success from Raktanchal 3, he's established himself as one of OTT's standout performers. His story — from facing rejection and financial hardship to earning praise for his role as Vijay Singh — reflects the value of staying resilient, humble, and persistent.