"'Dhadak 2' gave me a purpose," says Siddhant Chaturvedi; Triptii Dimri calls his performance his best yet

Actor Siddhant Chaturvedi has opened up about why he felt an instant connection to 'Dhadak 2,' despite knowing it would draw comparisons to the original.In a chat with IANS, the Gehraiyaan star shared how the film’s story struck a chord with him right away.“The moment I heard it, I knew I had to be part of it,” Siddhant said. “It wasn’t even a decision; I just felt this story had to be told.” He also praised debutant director Shazia Iqbal, calling her “phenomenal,” and commended the entire cast for creating an environment that made the film truly special. “I feel proud of this film, and I genuinely believe the audience will feel that connection too.”A candid friendship that shaped the film's heartSpeaking about his off-screen bond with co-star Triptii Dimri, Siddhant shared that their chemistry came naturally. “We’re really good friends. There’s no filter between us, and that made it easy to bring honesty to our performances,” he said, laughing about how it often felt like he was “that mischievous school guy pulling her bangles.”Their easy rapport translated into a strong on-screen dynamic, which he credited to the emotional balance they brought to each scene. “When I had heavy scenes, she lightened the mood. When she needed grounding, I did the same. We balanced each other.”Triptii says Siddhant delivered a career-best performance.Triptii Dimri, who plays Vedhi in the film, didn’t hold back her admiration for Siddhant’s portrayal of Nilesh. “It’s the best performance of his career,” she said, admitting she called him immediately after watching the film.For Triptii, the film was more than just a script; it was a story she connected with on a deep level. “After my first meeting with Shazia, I couldn’t stop thinking about the film and my character. Her clarity and passion made me want to be part of her vision.”Both actors agree: 'Dhadak 2' isn’t just a sequel; it’s a heartfelt story they felt compelled to be part of. Recently the makers shared the trailer for the film, and it received good responses.