Dehradun, Oct. 3 -- Meeting great artists is always a rare experience, but meeting those who also carry immense wisdom and humility leaves an everlasting impression. Ashutosh Rana is one such personality, an actor of extraordinary depth, known for his powerful performances on screen, stage, and public platforms. For me, Ojasya Soham Ulfat, an 18-year-old aspiring actor, the chance to meet him in person was not just a memorable encounter but a turning point filled with guidance, inspiration, and reflection.

I had the rare privilege of meeting the legendary actor and thinker, Ashutosh Rana. It was 10 p.m. when my father, Alok Ulfat, his long-time friend, received word that he was staying at the Hyatt Regency. Despite his early morning flig...