A Journey from Madhavbhoomi to the Silver Screen: Partth Sarathi Reflects on His Roots

“People are truly fortunate to be born in this land, Bharat,” he began. “And I consider myself lucky to be from Bajali. Festivals were a constant part of life — especially the three Bihus — and with them came a flurry of competitions: sports, singing, dancing, and art. Winning even the smallest prize felt like lifting an Oscar or a World Cup.”

One of his fondest memories? Re-enacting plays at home with his sister, inspired by the mobile theatres and festival performances in their village. “We used to create mini stages using mom’s sarees, imitate characters we saw the night before, and even handled our own ‘lighting’ with my dad’s torch. I once broke my hand jumping off stools while trying to mimic a heroic scene,” he laughed.

But the warmth of this carefree, creative environment was soon challenged. “At one point, I felt I was losing something — that spark, that sense of freedom,” he reflected. “The education system, brought in by Lord Macaulay, couldn’t offer what I needed anymore. So I went beyond textbooks, chasing something deeper.”

That search led him to art and cinema, and now, to his acting career. He credits his family, his culture, and his community for keeping his artistic flame alive.

Before signing off, he revealed , “And just to clear the air — I wasn’t only into acting and theatre! I played cricket, football, and volleyball too. I even dreamed of becoming a cricketer at one point. But destiny had a different script, and I’m happy with where I am now.”

From a village stage to the cinematic spotlight, Partth Sarathi’s story is a beautiful reminder that our roots often shape our dreams — and sometimes, they’re the very reason we fly.