“12 People. One Room. No Space to Dream” – Ravi Kishan Shares His Brutal Past

Ravi Kishan Recalls His Nightmarish Childhood: “We Ate Watery Khichdi”

Bhojpuri superstar and acclaimed Bollywood actor Ravi Kishan recently opened up about the harsh realities of his childhood, recounting his family’s fight against extreme poverty. In a candid conversation on the Raj Shamani Podcast, the actor revealed just how dire his early life was — with 12 family members crammed into a small room, often sleeping on top of each other and sharing a single pot of watery khichdi.

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“I have seen a lot of poverty. I saw so much poverty that I was disgusted by it,” Ravi Kishan said, recalling the hardships that shaped his journey. “We all ate from one pot of khichdi that had a little rice and a lot of water. Twelve of us slept in a 10×12 room — sometimes even on top of each other.”

These memories, though painful, have become a source of strength and inspiration for Ravi Kishan. As someone who has risen from the lowest rungs of society to the big screen, his story resonates with millions of fans across the country. The actor emphasized that his journey from poverty to stardom has become a motivating force for many who face similar struggles.

From sharing space with 11 others in a tiny home to now commanding the screen and stage with charisma and confidence.