Himansh Kohli on Hrithik Roshan’s Super 30 Impact

He added that the performance had a wide impact. “The performance that Hrithik Roshan delivered in Super 30 has definitely impacted so many people, including me, who was moved by that performance. That too was a story of students and their children’s studies.”

Kohli drew a thematic parallel with his upcoming film Aryabhatt Ka Zero, while carefully distinguishing the two projects. “Our story in Aryabhatt Ka Zero is around a family. The topic of this film is also education, the struggle for education, the challenges, and today’s youth who feel that he should also get that right. He should get the best education in his life. Even if he does not have the means for it at that time, he has a hope to achieve it with his merit and confidence. I am happy that you connected it in that way. But if you watch the movie, you will find that these two are not identical at all.”

Directed by Kamal Chandra, Aryabhatt Ka Zero explores the origin and significance of the concept of zero (Shunya), the place-value system, and the contributions of the ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer Aryabhata. The film features Sonal Sehgal, Darshana Banik, Naresh Vohra, Alka Amin and Neeraj Sood in key roles, with Shilpa Shinde making a special appearance. It is scheduled for theatrical release on August 7.

Kohli’s remarks highlight the continuing influence of Super 30 on actors drawn to stories centred on education and aspiration. By referencing Roshan’s de-glamorised performance, he underscored the challenge of convincing audiences when established stars step away from conventional screen images. At the same time, he positioned Aryabhatt Ka Zero as a distinct narrative focused on a family’s pursuit of learning and the historical roots of mathematical concepts that remain relevant to contemporary debates on access to quality education.

The conversation reflects a broader interest within Indian cinema in stories that examine merit, opportunity and the value of knowledge, themes that resonated strongly in Super 30 and continue to find expression in newer projects such as Kohli’s forthcoming film.