“I Laughed for 8 Hours” — Anupam Kher on His Cannabis Experience in Drama School ..?
The actor appeared on Samdish’s podcast “Unfiltered” and recalled a story from his National school of Drama (NSD) days.
Kher revealed that during his hostel days, he accidentally smoked cannabis without knowing what it was.
🔹 The Unexpected High
After consuming cannabis, Kher and his hostel friends had an uncontrollable reaction.
He shared that they laughed continuously for eight hours on the hostel rooftop.
According to him, his friends were so intoxicated that they even got into a quarrel with the hostel warden.
Kher described the experience as bizarre, shocking, and unforgettable.
🔹 His Experience With Marijuana
In the podcast, anupam kher also recalled another moment when he consumed marijuana unknowingly.
He said he stared blankly at an airplane taking off, completely lost in thought.
Later the same day, while sitting in his car, he couldn’t understand whether the car was moving or the road was moving.
The strange effects frightened him, and he vowed never to touch such substances again.
🔹 Career Highlights & Recent Work
Anupam Kher has worked in the film industry for over 40 years, playing both dramatic and comic roles with excellence.
In 2025, he was seen in major films, including:
“Emergency” (directed by kangana Ranaut)
“Metro These Days” (directed by Anurag Basu)
“The bengal Files” (directed by vivek Agnihotri)
Kher also made his directorial debut with the film “Tanvi the Great.”
🔹 Upcoming Films
The actor continues to be highly active in cinema.
His future film lineup includes:
“The raja Saab” starring Prabhas
Telugu film “The india House.”
“Yeh prem Mol Liya”
Fans eagerly await his upcoming performances as he remains a powerful and versatile presence in indian cinema.