June 14, 2025, marks five years since Bollywood lost one of its most talented and loved actors – Sushant Singh Rajput. From decoding quantum physics on social media to quoting Rumi in interviews, Sushant was more than just an actor; he left a lasting impact through his immense knowledge of philosophy, astronomy, and poetry. He was indeed a rare blend of wisdom and stardom. From television to silver screen, Sushant has kept his legacy alive through his work. Here’s a look at a few iconic roles that made him one of the most promising actors in the industry.  

Playing Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of the cricketing legends and the captain cool of India was no easy feat. But Sushant embodied the character with such great detail and brilliance – be it the calm demeanour, success and failure, the undeniable charm which gained him much critical and commercial acclaim. The film was celebrated for how Sushant portrayed Dhoni in the most human way possible rather than turning him into a larger-than-life hero.

In this slice of life film on college life, love success and failure, Sushant played Anirudh, a former hostel misfit turned father, an underdog who along with his friends were considered ‘losers’. When Anirudh’s own son attempts to take his life, he takes him on a journey of his own and how he turned his defeats into victory with his ‘losers’ by his side. Sushant in this film became that one mentor, an inner voive that well all need when life hits hard. His one line – Tumhara result decide nahi karta hai ki tum loser ho ki nahi … tumhari koshish decide karti hai is enough to get one through the darkest of days.