Known for his openness, Manoj Bajpayee recently revealed details about his friendship with his late co-star in "Sonchiriya," Sushant Singh Rajput. Bajpayee discussed with Siddharth Kannan how Sushant, for all his cheerful manner, battled with unfavorable media
reports.

Bajpayee expressed his worry and told how Sushant, who is prone to weakness, would ask for guidance on how to handle such circumstances. Based on his own experiences, he underlined the need of not taking such issues too seriously.

Citing Sushant's humility, Bajpayee related an instance in which Sushant admitted he was unable to face such obstacles. Sushant was not immune to the media attention, though.

In thinking back on their relationship, Bajpayee commended Sushant's intelligence and compassion and remembered their mutual fondness of Bihari food while on set. Bajpayee will never forget their last meal-related talk, when Sushant said he wanted to have dinner at
his place.

Like so many others, Bajpayee was taken aback and devastated by Sushant's sudden death. With Sushant and Irrfan Khan both gone in the height of their careers, he found it difficult to accept the loss. Disbelieving, Bajpayee pointed out their enormous success and the
gap their absence has created in the business.

Another highly regarded actor, Irfan Khan, left behind a record of outstanding performances when he died at the age of 53 from complications from a colon infection.