Rajpal Yadav on how Chhota Pandit’s 'agarbatti' look in ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ was created: 'Priyadarshan saw it, burst out laughing'
etimes.in / May 29, 2026, 16:42 (IST)
Rajpal Yadav revealed the iconic Chhota Pandit look from 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa' originated from mosquito repellent sticks. He approached the role with sensitivity, drawing inspiration from the 'vidushak' concept. Yadav pitched the eccentric agarbatti idea to director Priyadarshan, who instantly approved, leading to a beloved comic character that aimed to entertain, not mock.