MUMBAI: Actor Raghav Juyal was left mesmerised when he visited Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic bungalow, Mannat, for the first time to meet Aryan Khan. The experience, he revealed, felt almost surreal as he navigated the grandeur and security of the Bollywood superstar’s residence.
During an interview with NDTV, Raghav recalled passing through a security scanner similar to those at airports. “The first time I entered Mannat, there was a scanner like the ones at the airport. I had to go through it because back then, people were like, ‘Who is this guy? Has someone come to find work?’,” he said.
Aryan Khan’s private floor
Raghav admitted that he was surprised by the sheer scale of Mannat. When he innocently asked Aryan about his room, he was told that there weren’t just rooms—there were entire floors. Aryan personally showed him around, and Raghav spent time jamming with him before joining Aryan and his friends for dinner.
“By mistake, I asked Aryan which was his room. Then I realised, this is Shah Rukh Khan’s house—you don’t have rooms here, you have full floors. Aryan just laughed and said, ‘Come, let’s go up,’ and of course, one floor was his. We sat there and jammed, and later we went out for dinner with his friends,” Raghav shared.
The experience was so surreal that Raghav immediately called his mother to recount the visit, navigating her endless questions about the interiors, from the bathrooms to the library. He joked that he “didn’t go there as a broker,” adding a humorous touch to the story.
Spotlight on Raghav
Raghav is currently enjoying widespread acclaim for his performance in Aryan Khan’s directorial debut, The Ba*ds of Bollywood**, streaming on Netflix. The series has caught attention for its star-studded cameos and strong performances by the cast, including Lakshya, Bobby Deol, Sahher Bambba, and Aanya Singh.
The seven-episode show follows Aasmaan Singh (Lakshya), an ambitious newcomer striving to make it in Bollywood, with his loyal friend Parvaiz (Raghav) and manager Sanya (Aanya Singh) by his side. Together, they navigate the glitz, challenges, and drama of the film industry.
Produced under the Red Chillies Entertainment banner, the series has been praised for its storytelling, performances, and the behind-the-scenes glimpse of Bollywood life.
Conclusion
For Raghav Juyal, visiting Mannat was a dreamlike experience, blending awe, humility, and excitement. His recent performance in The Ba*ds of Bollywood** further cements his rising stature in the industry, with fans celebrating both his talent and his relatable charm.