Mrinal Kulkarni’s son Virajas to make film debut with Hostel Days

Actress Mrinal Kulkarni’s son Virajas Kulkarni is all set to make his film debut in Ajay Naik’s Hostel Days. The Marathi film is set to be released on 12 January and also stars Prarthana Behere and Aroh Welankar. 

The 22-year-old has so far been actively involved in Marathi theatre and has also assisted Mrinal in her last directorial Rama Madhav (2014). 

“Technically, my son became an independent director before me. Much before I made Rama Madhav, he had already directed and acted in his first play Anathema. I am glad that he made this career choice and I am looking forward to see him succeed,” Mrinal said in a statement.

The statement adds that Virajas was keen on working in this film because of Naik. “Director Ajay Naik’s approach to films is what made him to choose the film as my debut. Ajay is musician at heart, so his treatment to a film is intriguing. He approaches a film like a song, creates a base and then adds layers. I found that process pretty interesting,” the statement quoted the young actor. 

He also said his mother helped him work in the film, “I discussed it (the film) with her and she helped me with few insider tips. With the help of her experience and cinematic knowledge I am sure I can’t go wrong.”