Suraj Berry, son of Bollywood veteran Sudesh Berry, is all set to return to the acting world after spending years away from the industry. He was supposed to make his Bollywood debut in 2011 with The Little
Godfather. Despite being completely shot, the film was stalled due to differences between producers,Suniel Shetty and Ekta Kapoor.
After experiencing early setbacks in his career, Suraj moved to a very different path, but his passion for acting never faded away. Sitting down for an interview with a media portal, Suraj revealed that he is ready to give his passion another shot, auditioning for roles across TV, OTT and films with much more zeal.
Suraj Berry’s Early Life And Shadow Of Stardom
In an interview with ETimes, Suraj said, “Born in Mumbai, I was always a shy child. I completed my schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir and graduated from Mithibai College. My father was extremely busy during my growing-up years, and though I missed spending quality time with him, I never blamed him.”
“He was one of the most sought-after personalities in the 90s, working back-to-back and earning immense love and respect wherever he went,” he added.
Suraj Berry’s Love For Acting
Speaking about his love for the craft, Suraj recalls being inspired by his father’s career. “From a very young age, I was fascinated by acting, especially after seeing the warmth and admiration my father received. I made my debut in a film called The Little Godfather, jointly produced by Ekta Kapoor and Suniel Shetty, based on the 7/11 Mumbai train bomb blasts. Unfortunately, even after completing more than 90 per cent of the shoot, the film was shelved for reasons unknown. This was heartbreaking for me.”
He added, “Even after that, I signed 2–3 more films, but none of them made it to completion.”
Suraj Berry’s Shift To A Different Profession
Disappointed by the unpredictable film industry, Suraj decided to move abroad. “Disheartened, I moved to Australia, where I completed my Master’s in professional accounting and also pursued an acting course to hone my craft,” he shared.
For the past few years, he has been working as a prison officer in a maximum-security prison in Australia, an experience he describes as full of “real-life drama and human stories.”
Suraj Berry Is Ready To Face The Camera Again
Now, Suraj feels the time is right for a fresh start in the entertainment world. “I feel the pull back to where my heart truly belongs, acting. I’m currently auditioning for various projects across TV, OTT, and films, trusting my instincts to guide me toward the right opportunities,” he said.
Sudesh Berry’s Acting Career
Talking about his father Sudesh Berry’s career, the actor has carved a niche for himself in both film and television. He is known for iconic roles in films like Border, Army and Sanam Teri Kasam, as well as TV shows such as Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki and Suraag: The Clue.
