Struggling Actor Staying Put In 1-Room Kitchen In Versova l The Tenant

In this episode of The Tenant, meet a 27-year-old man who arrived in Mumbai five years back to become an actor.
Surviving with only Rs 1500 for a month on food, our actor-tenant says that he and his friend had just vada pav every day for a month to make it happen.
How did he decide on his housing and how does he keep his expenses low?
Watch his fascinating journey!
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[@gretaaarons4941]

He has maintained his house in a beautiful manner. His positivity and patience is worth applauding.

[@HDHub-ht7fc]

He is staying with girl in live in

[@ap5218]

Actor is quite clever without getting popular apni struggle suna di 😂......i hope he becomes big...this interview will become nostalgic

[@kshitijsaini3519]

😂😂😂

[@CHRISdiary77264]

😂haha

[@vikeng21]

Amazing selection for this episode of the Tenant. Shows that people can still be very very happy and content in a limited living space. No fancy stuff. Very down to earth guy and hope film industry notices his talent and he makes big in future and god bless him.

[@housestark3244]

Dumbo, we should be sad for him. The rents in Mumbai have become unaffordable for people who are not rich. Migrants are looted by the rent mafia ever year.

[@AbhijeetKumarViVi]

@@housestark3244 absolutely bro bollybood is gutter

[@jaysuryasivadasan7923]

Yeh struggle kyon hai, I think he will stay for 1 year and will get servants role

[@ygpwnxd_xd752]

@@jaysuryasivadasan7923👎🏿👎🏿 STFUp with your sarcastic comments.

[@ravik007ggn]

​@@housestark3244 I have paid 55k for a similarly sized studio in Beijing. It must be 70-75k now

[@amit50329]

feel for this guy..got inspired by his struggle and the positivity he still carries

[@abhijitguha494]

right. But reality cannot be ignored. The odds are very high.

[@Offside7867]

@@abhijitguha494 bhai baat to sahi keh rahe ho aap bhi . But hume se kitne log he jo apne kam me frustrate hoke bhi kar rahe hein. Maybe he will not earn big but uski happiness dekhi he aapne satisfied to he Banda .

[@trololololol1111]

Chutiya time pass kar raha hai.

[@vikrantmaheshwari6517]

@@Offside7867 Agar unhone itna hi mehnat CA ya Engineering karne mein kee hoti tho shayad isse aur behtar position mein rehte. Meri batein sunke aapko main koi sharma ji ki papa jaise lagunga lekin hakikat yahi hai ki chote actors ka koi value nahi hai- samaj mein/ ya financially. Aap jo inko dekh rahe ho na, aise shehar mein aapko hazaro/laakho log milenge jin mein se sirf aur sirf kuch hi log kamyabi paate hain

[@Ms-zh7uf]

@@vikrantmaheshwari6517 iska mtlb acting line mein jana band krde? Har koi chote se hi shuruat karta hai aur rhi bat ca aur engineer ki to ca bhut logo nikalta nhi aur banke bhi kuch great earning nhi karlega ek tv actor bhi ek bar sponsor krke ca ke 6 mahine ki salary brabr kamai karleta hai aur engineering ki to baat hi chod do 80% ki Kya aukat h

[@dukhi8ma]

This is the difference between a normal guy's struggle and a star kids' struggle

[@stillwrinkled]

star kids struggle at max would be deciding between avocado toast or peanut butter toast

[@tell5g]

@@stillwrinkled normal guy strrugle maagie kahe ya pani pe nipta le🤣🤣

[@balwant89702]

Yhi hota hai bhai hr field me..unke ma bap ya dada dadi kisi ne struggle Kiya hoga tbhi unhe aaj struggle nhi krna pd rha....

[@desertstorm2156]

Kyun apni mehnat idher waste karna hai yaar ! Why don't millions of guys like him understand ki, aalishaan bungalows mein rehne wale Arjuns, Varuns, Sonams, Ananyas etc etc hi aish karenge ! Now we have a even more younger generation of star kids lined up !! 🤦

[@abhishek3030]

I was thinking the exact same thing. His monthly budget for Vada Pao would be less than a plate of Sushi a star kid would gulp in 10 minutes.

[@Offside7867]

His vibe is insanely postive man just wow . Struggles of lots of middle class people. Abhishek best of luck to you man hope you achieve whatever you want man .

[@gauravjain7653]

True. I wish I was half as positive as him.

[@GauravSharma-si8fg]

What a nice guy...I hope he becomes a big actor in industry. Keep up the hard work brother!!

[@ameyabaviskar691]

​@Rohit How can you say that??

[@Dr.Inder108]

@Rohit you are already flop

[@jashanvirsingh2166]

He cannot became a big actor , if people like us start boycotting Bollywood

[@anadumuakr4054]

you clearly dont know how film industry works

[@GauravSharma-si8fg]

@@anadumuakr4054 and you clearly don't know how the 'communication' works. I said, 'I hope'. Cheers

[@CastleConsultants]

One of the most important traits in the actor is honesty, and this young man is remarkably honest and candid about his situation and himself. May god grant him his wishes and lots of success to him.

[@abhisheksoni1627]

Thank you so much guys for your well wishes 😊 Life mai kesa bhi time ho vo aapko kuch na kuch sikhake hi jaata hai aur bura waqth hme jo chije sikhata hai . utna shayd acha waqth na sikha pae ..apne un dino ki vjh se hi mai mumbai jesi city mai survive kar paya 😇

[@XCREEK1]

prayers to you, one day you will make it big in movies

[@rslashproject]

we are rooting for you :)

[@Sim-ti3kb]

Good to see you in the episode, hope you make it big soon... Also, I really liked the house 🏠❤❤

[@shilpaprasoon2706]

Content creator ban jaeye. Viewers are waiting to sub to you. Side hustle start karna jab time sahi samjho not to deviate from acting but because all actors do that and you're one of them, a great actor

[@PKPaul]

Best Wishes to you & your flatmate, but please start making KZbin, Instagram, FB videos/reels for creating 2nd source of income.

[@starboy9384]

Probably the best episode, only because of this struggling actor, who was so honest and genuine.. I pray for your success ❤

[@hemangighurye2116]

All the best to this simple and down to earth ,struggling actor....

[@harsharora4463]

I just came here to write that this guy is so humble and took all the questions so positively and have such sincere answers. I really hope he gets a lot of work..

[@RupeshKumar-ck4vt]

This is one of the best episodes. Thanks Vishal for bringing up the story of this inspiring and budding actors story. It teaches us lots of things. And all the best to this young man.

[@ezebro]

Wow...I hope that actor shines in Bollywood soon !! Wishing him all the very best !! Struggle is temporary when someone is working so hard towards success . Good things take time ...Best of luck and stay strong !!

[@Heyganeshwar1282]

He is already a star...may god bless him happiness for his efforts and keep him happy wherever he will be.

[@anuraktaray4255]

I love his energy and dedication. His smile is a beacon of hope. I hope and pray that he makes it. May God bless him...

[@maansirane934]

we have heard many struggling stories of today's great actors like Manoj Bajpai, Navazuddin, Anupam Kher etc. But in this video we could actually see how these actors must have struggled... Nice video..and God bless Abhishek with lots of success.

[@rohitghorpade9486]

House is small but the video is highly relatable to middle class people. This is best tenant episode

[@amitshetti3773]

Amazing.. Inspite of the struggle he seems positive and focused.. no self pity.. All the best, Abhishek

[@Val_kyriee]

Finally an episode I relate to 99%. That place reminds me of Khirki Extension near Malvia Nagar in South Delhi, where I spent my college years and early career. This was the early 2000s and I make it a point to visit my old place whenever I'm in Delhi for work etc. I also stayed in North Delhi in a place called Vijaynagar in a 1RK. Well actually the kitchen was part of the room. The only other room was the bathroom. No AC, lights would go off 8-12 hours everyday and we had cows roaming around and shitting everywhere. I lived alone in that place to cut costs and it was really lonely. There were nights I would literally cry myself to sleep or spend on the terrace because of the heat and lights were off. As they say, struggle first enjoy later.

[@praddumnvats6759]

Lmao enjoying working class

[@rl1900]

Bro even i lived in Vijaynagar

[@Val_kyriee]

@@rl1900 nice. That place still gives me nightmares lol

[@Val_kyriee]

@@praddumnvats6759 "working class"? I just bought a 2BHK in South EX. Nice try though.

[@vipinsajwan2532]

i lived in janta flat in ghaziabad, pratap vihar. for 12years

[@supriyaverma6632]

Hats off to this guy. He's passionate about something at the same time he's just so wise about his decisions.May you succeed in your life. GBU

[@meluha706]

Appreciate the fact Vishal that you captured this as an episode for your Tenant series. Though I have watched all other episodes, this one cuts through life. Very realistic, very Indian, very raw, cheers!

[@fortlee69]

Best wishes to you Abhishek! Loved your honesty and determination. Thanks Vishal for interviewing such a broad range of tenants. Appreciate your efforts in reaching out to such a wide spectrum.

[@dwelve-dare]

I will come to watch this. Whenever I feel demotivated or stressed. Such a positive vibe and simplicity in this actors smile.

[@buntybabli100]

What a wonderful story.. may this sweet boy achieve great heights ❤

[@harsharansinghsethi6335]

Hope you know of the 2 Gurdwaras in the vicinity of versova, several strugglers like you frequent on Gurus Langar which is provided all the 3 times daily along with a special congregation on Sundays.

[@smriti220]

People like u, i mean it really makes me happy. U r helping them in their struggle time . Matlab itna v koun bolta hai ki pas me gurudwara hai, jab man kare khane aa skte ho. Kudos sir 🙏👏

[@tony_montana9122]

Upar wala sar dekh ke sardaari deta hai...waah bhaijaan

[@user-js3ee5qv6g]

So true, I remember seeing young students at gurdhwara sahib and I used to make sure they took some food home as well.

[@user-js3ee5qv6g]

Love yr program but please be respectful and remove yr shoes in other peoples homes. I have seen many other comments asking you to do that.

[@gouravp.3851]

That's a Punjabi

[@brainstormingsession9150]

This guy is an inspiration for many, hope to see him as next big name one day

[@anii034]

So much to learn from this guy!!! someone pls post his progress.. Hope he gets a well-deserving, stable role🙂

[@vikrantmaheshwari6517]

isse zyada inspiring mujhe Engineering/CA/degree ke baad Bangalore mein jaake naukri karne walonki kahani lagti hai. Kyun ki unke sapne atleast practical hote hain aur ye actors ki tarah koi vehem mein nahi jeete

[@bittughosh6749]

​@@vikrantmaheshwari6517Agar sab practicality se chalte toh pura duniya mediocre hota. You need to dream big and be a Lil impractical to rise above mediocrity. Agreed that this guy's struggling atm, but the upside in earnings in movie industry is MASSIVE. Ekbaar ek bada break mil gaya toh woh 1000 CAs ke barabar kamayega.

[@m_b_p69]

He actually got a role in one of the SAB tv serials

[@pipipupu5104]

​​@@m_b_p69 what role he got please tell.

[@vidhouse88889]

​@@vikrantmaheshwari6517tujhe sirf CA and engineers he practical lgta hai baki sb toh gadhe hai. SRK, SSR , AMIR , AKSHAY yeh sb toh practical nhi the na. Tera perspective thoda change krne ki jarurat hai tujhe. Sb field main hardwork chiye hota hai. Islieh dusron kae sath compare karna bandh kro.

[@jinabhagawati7581]

It may be a common story for ppl who come to Mumbai to pursue their dreams ,but the determination and zeal mr Abhishek has is commendable!! Hats off 😎

[@perin2904]

I liked the way he talks and always wear smile on his face even while explaining the ups and downs in his life. Hope you become a big actor one day brother. Just ensure when you become you still be grounded as you are

[@megsie1424]

All the best, Abhishek. Hope this episode gives you some more exposure and leads you to achieve your dreams.

[@swatisrivastava7363]

I really appreciate Mr. Abhishek for his honesty and humbleness to show his journey with grace and I think I learned lots of thing from you and I wish you lots of luck n happiness for your future

[@shreyanshshah5061]

Inspiring story..instantly connected..m feeling grateful for my home, life & able to be living with my family after watching this guy..kudos & good luck to u young man

[@pratikdedhia]

I am staying in Hyderabad in similar rented apartment. Very relatable. I wish him all the best and I hope he achieves his dream and stay as humble as he is now.👍👍

[@VikasKumar-pm4nd]

12k ka 1rk in Hyderabad 😱?

[@Viey12-c7g]

Konsa area?

[@st7559]

Hats off to your never give up attitude!! You can open your own KZbin channel and showcase talent.and we all wish you all the best . One day you get the best deserving role in a big movie.

[@vipulbakade7764]

I guess 80% of mumbai people live in small societies. Vishal sir, thanks for making this episode and really appreciate this guy for positive approach towards life.

[@anuragdubey9594]

An unusually honest and simple budding actor...No artificial banawat...upfront... Bhagwaan aapko safal banayen... Aapke struggle mein bhi ek dignity hai... Hope this nepotist industry reforms itself and give chance to such self made actors... All the best bhai...

[@mandarsalunkhe09]

Smart guy. He got the visibility thorough this channel. Humble guy 🙌 Best wishes to him

[@peppa8843]

He gives off a very genuine vibe. I hope he finds success in Mumbai.

[@yohanlobo4767]

Wish him so much success. Such a nice, humble and positive guy.

[@harikeshsingh8144]

Such hard working and humble person he is....may god fulfill his dreams.

[@tikendying]

Inspite of the struggle this guy has such a positive vibe… i hope he gets bigger roles and is able to make it

[@sagnikbiswas9655]

Really great to see this video. Abhishek is a really humble guy and some of the questions were really hard but he answered them beautifully. So nice that he has a very supportive family and he is lucky that he is not the sole bread earner of the family. I wish this guy finds his share of success in this industry.

[@AllappSardarh]

Thank you moneycontrol for making this video. This is the reality of the City of Dreams.

[@ronitswain1270]

12k rent for 1rk in versova is actually quite a steal bro there is more expensive rents i have seen than that. Specially in versova area.

[@skj9668]

I think, you haven't heard whole conversation. He said 6000 for room rent and 12000 for whole spent including ration, zym n all

[@skj9668]

14:34 listen this

[@sunilzala3909]

​@@skj9668 two people live there and split the rent, hence 6000.

[@sunilzala3909]

​@@skj9668 04:22 you listen to this.

[@neelamdesai8489]

This is the reality of the common man of Mumbai... Very positive boy... Keep going..

[@sushilchoudhary8096]

One of the finest episodes, how a common man takes the advantage and positiveness from the surrounding situation. Keep up the guy and wish you all the best. Thanks to anchor Mr.Vishal for a nice presentation....

[@ambareeshiyer]

bhai ne toh existential threat pe sawaal pooch liya. I'm sure he had the right intentions and was concerned for the struggling actor, but even the actor took it very sportingly and replied quite maturely and not one moment looked like he would give up his passion...kudos to the actor! very nice coverage money control... keep up the good work.

[@rajibdey4488]

All the struggle and still not given up...takes every journey with a smile...God Bless you..I am sure you will suceed one day.....Lots of motivation from you

[@ronj5407]

He has a very positive vibe to him. I watched the entire video just to listen to him. If he bags a chance, he'll become big.

[@frustratedpanda212]

Still positive after 500-600 rejection 😮 Man is a fighter.

[@deepakjena3628]

He has nothing special, average guy,

[@narsinhgujari3938]

@@deepakjena3628 yeah he is normal guy not star kid, who get big projects without talent or any effort.

[@pipipupu5104]

​​@@deepakjena3628 toh according to you what's special.

[@D.2601]

⁠@@pipipupu5104ananya pandey’s struggle is spl for him

[@5crb30]

​@@deepakjena3628just like you

[@HumanFirst001]

Ananya Pandey... Arjun Kapoor... Left the chat...d were so stressed watching this video.. They went to Maldives to de-stress 😢😭

[@sanjaypuri2406]

Superb !!! Very motivational and salute 🫡 to this actor who is so down to earth, has been facing challenges but still not given up. God bless !!! This actor with lots of success. 🙏

[@TriptiOm]

So much sincerity and dexterity...hope he can achieve what he set out to do..Best wishes buddy..

[@psi0602]

I hope Ananya Pandey sees this episode and start working on her acting skills, every star kid should not take their situation as taken for granted

[@kavitavant4318]

Bhai uski kya galti uske baap ne ghiswa li shuruwat me toh toh wo maje legi he bhai aap yeh sab bolke apne maa baap ke struggle majak na banaye

[@seekertruth72]

Best episode, thanks for showing this very different down to earth struggling actor story

[@ashokkurian6884]

Not everybody can make it big in any field..Luck,being at the right place at the right time,Gods Grace ...Godfathers , talent,staying in the spotlight , staying relevant .. grit and determination,hard work,emotional intelligence,everything is important ...

[@cannibalronny7314]

Better to start u rown small business than to lick boots in this film line

[@ARS298]

Sugar daddies*

[@andrewspaul7288]

Such a humble and positive person. Hope he is able to achieve his dream.

[@dsshetty1259]

Keep working brother your never die and positive attitude is what I liked the most .You will achieve success for sure:) Best of Luck

[@souvikchoudhury2381]

Hi Abhishek, you are truly an inspiration for many who want to pursue a career in acting. Thanks for being so candid and giving us a meaning of life in a tough situation. Lots of love from me. Vishal, as usual, 10/10 for choosing the right man for the show.

[@DamVanBunge]

I hope that one day he achieves great success and returns to the Tenant show, residing in an even larger and more luxurious apartment. Wouldn't that be an inspiring journey?

[@ishannagk2544]

this was a good slice of life episode . Always wondered how normal people survived in mumbai

[@nitinmishra472]

I love the way how he answered everything ❤ big respect to you brother keep fighting.

[@vijayanandkannan4480]

Positive ,confident and sincere guy.Wishing him all the best and God bless him.

[@manishapatnaik6677]

True story! This is called struggle. I hope star kids and stars watch it and stop defending their privilege. Basic house but the guys have kept it nice and positive. It's clean and they have tried to add some fun elements into their home. All the best Abhishek for your journey ahead. I hope to see you in some big tv series some day. May God bless you 👍

[@AdarshKumar-vk9cz]

This guy will Make it big in life ! Hats off to positivity!

[@srguduru]

Abhishek is a very humble and down-to-earth person. I hope the film industry notices his talent and he makes big in the future.

[@pixie89]

Such a great guy, hope he gets success he deserves

[@planetwonders]

All the best brother! 5 years in, will turn into 30 years in of great acting profession.. keep it up

[@atulkrjha]

Vishal let me clear you glamour in a flat/house are because of the person who lives in the house and this room has all the glamour it needed. We want these kind of tenants.

[@freebe3]

Great episode @moneycontrol, bring more of such episodes covering down to earth and inspiring people. This is exactly what I wanted to see. Living in a lavish 1lac 2lac villa is easy. This has taught me something about survival.

[@apar995875]

Praying for this guy 🤞, may he fulfill his dreams 👍

[@mentalhospital1701]

versova is trash 💩 unhygienic unfriendly rude residents no 24 hour water supply

[@LEVI-hv8dw]

What's his Instagram

[@reetsangha1115]

Wow this was so commendable - No show off, No pretentiousness, Straight Forward Answers, So much wisdom! Wish you all the very Best Abhishek!

[@baishalideb5565]

whats does he have to show off

[@moneycontrol]

WATCH | The Tenant Who Shifted From City To Near Forest kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJWvhYl-hKuKq5o

[@shivamnarain2755]

The struggles in Mumbai are real. For those coming to Mumbai with dreamy eyes, be realistic with your expectations and be prepared for the hustle.

[@ivinayak24]

May god bless this person with immortal success !! He is so optimistic in life . 😊

[@sandeepgupta7839]

huge respect for this kind of guys🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@meghnajakhar7536]

I m impressed with the mandir in your kitchen.. And especially hoyi mata s picutre ... Appreciable

[@sanjeevverma6348]

Abhishek will make it big one day, and very soon too. Lot of us are rooting for him. God bless.

[@Rajabhishek09]

What a sweet and honest guy.something really good about him.Wish him loads of luck

[@sam_ception]

What’s his name? He’s so positive and humble. I can sense a peace and genuineness in him. Hope he makes it big, best wishes!

[@TruptiBhardwaj-be4fj]

Kudos to your persistence and positivity Abhishek 😊 May God bless you with the best things in life! Stay humble like this always😊

[@MohitWason]

Vishal if you're reading this, we would like to see your house where the Interviewer gets Interviewed 😁 it will be fun to see

[@vishalbhargava5400]

Soon. 😊

[@anendupoddar]

I have stayed in Mumbai. Can relate to every word. Good vlog. Wish you all the luck for your future endeavours.

[@sumitgujarathi2523]

Very good episode and truly inspiring and down to earth as a person Abhishekh and nicely decorated even small house 😍😍👌👌👏

[@sanchal]

Wonderful choice by the host. Keep bringing out such good stories, which show another side of Mumbai

[@rambopitbullpower7534]

My best wishes to this guy.. Very positive guy..His gf is very lucky to get such a positive vibing person.. I would love to hv such positive stable minded guy as frnd.. You will achieve success no matter what...

[@Abhijiya123]

U r a true star. Ye struggle hi ek din tumhe kafi uper leke jaega🌸

[@abhisheksoni1627]

😇😇 thank u partner😊

[@Ashutoshkain]

What a Great Guy, Honest and hardworking , hope he becomes a great Actor

[@rajroyofficial]

This is really nice to see. I will share this with some of my contacts for sure. All the best.

[@sangeetapatel296]

I pray he gets a very good break and can move upwards. He will deserve it for being patient and persistent.

[@ssengupta943]

You brought a normal artist's struggle to limelight. Great initiative. Needless to say, all the best to the actor. Shine and fade out undeserving star kids who are getting attention bcuz of their papa or mummy.

[@mr.koolkarni4357]

500+ auditions and still no lead role since 5 years and then people like @JammyPants(Tried and Refused Productions KZbin channel) are surprised why we protest against Nepotism in Bollywood. Jisne kabhi struggle dekha nahi hai wo apne South Bombay ke Sea facing bungalow me baith ke faltu ki baat hi karenge. I wish good luck to Abhishek, keep going buddy.

[@ashnaagarwal4825]

What are you saying he is the one who keeps giving star kids reality checks all the time on their privilege even while talking to anupama when she was trying to defend sara for her bad acting jammy still voiced his opinion and criticized sara for her lack of efforts

[@anant879]

He is our guy... You are living the dream of many You are living the regret of many But you are living happily

[@malachandra]

What a nice choice on such a limited budget. All the best to the handsome and hardworking tenant

[@sriramvenkatesh4201]

I wholeheartedly wish this boy succeeds in his dream career.

[@jda7499]

Lovely Episode. Wishinh this boy all the luck in the world. ❤ - Keep at it boy, ur perserversnce will pay off 🎉

[@inkamusic2997]

Wow, just got this video by chance..Big applause to the creator and the HERO..May GOD Bless him..

[@WorkSmarter__]

such a humble boy...May success come to him soon.

[@namansrivastav2008]

He is so positive overall . Had I been at his place I would have given up 😢. I pray for him from the bottom of my heart ❤️. May God give him all the success he deserves