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June 18, 2025

Ishwak Singh likes to place his bets on bold storytelling and meaningful collaborations

- Akash Bhatnagar

Ishwak Singh has had a mixed run this year. He kicked off 2025 on a promising note with his web series alongside Jaideep Ahlawat, but his big-screen comeback, Tumko Meri Kasam, failed to strike a chord with audiences. Still, he remains optimistic. He recently wrapped up Gandhari with actor Taapsee Pannu and already has another web series lined up for release. In Gandhari, a female-led project, a space many A-list male actors tend to shy away from, Ishwak plays a significant role. Ask him ab

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