India, Jan. 13 -- After nearly 15 years of navigating auditions, rejections, and broken promises, actor Danish Pandor is finally enjoying widespread recognition with Dhurandhar. However, he remains clear-eyed about the industry's realities, saying that even a successful film does not guarantee a smooth road ahead. "The industry is unpredictable. There were phases when I didn't have work for two-and-a-half or three years. You keep auditioning, keep hearing no, and at some point, you start questioning yourself."

With Dhurandhar rising high on the charts, Danish is cautious about his future prospects. "A hit film doesn't guarantee you better work. It gives you visibility, yes, but you still have to go out there and prove yourself again." Pl...