India, Jan. 10 -- Abhishek Chaubey's 2019 film Sonchiriya, set in the desolate ravines of Chambal, remains one of Sushant Singh Rajput's most underrated and powerful performances. The gritty drama, which explores the lives of dacoits entangled in violence, morality, and survival, often goes unnoticed despite its critical acclaim. In a recent interview with SCREEN, Abhishek shed light on why Sushant was the perfect choice for the role, especially in comparison to more conventional Bollywood stars.

Abhishek explained that the decision to cast Sushant was based on his "desi" qualities, which resonated with the film's rugged, rural setting. "We discussed his name among us, and came to an agreement that there was something inherently desi abo...