Janhvi Kapoor became vegetarian to work with Pankaj Tripathi
She admits that she doesn't usually idolise anybody, but she has always wanted to collaborate with Tripathi. "I wanted to work with pankaj tripathi, Sir. He was on my want list. people on Gunjan Saxena's sets know that I used to behave like a wild girl because I was a huge admirer of his, and I still am." Janhvi promised not to eat non-vegetarian till Tripathi signed 'Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl'.
During the film's release, pankaj tripathi also discussed his experience working with Janhvi. He stated in an interview, "She is a fantastic performer. I learn a lot from her since she is really dedicated and passionate about her profession. In reality, she has no spectacular tantrums, and I must say that we have a wonderful relationship. She gets local specialties like lassi and biryani and demands that I eat."