Mickey Dhamejani, the child actor from Hrithik Roshan's iconic film Krrish, has transformed into a successful eye surgeon. In a heartwarming reunion, Mickey and Hrithik recently reconnected, with Mickey sharing a video where he humorously reveals that patients often mistake him for someone they've seen before. The video showcases a montage of scenes from Krrish, followed by nostalgic photos of Mickey with Hrithik and Rakesh Roshan. Mickey's LinkedIn profile reveals his impressive medical journey, including a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from the MGM Institute of Health Sciences, and further studies at Muzaffarnagar Medical College. He also completed an Ophthalmology Residency Programme at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and is a fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology's residency program.
In Krrish, Mickey portrayed the younger version of the titular character, Krrish, played by Hrithik Roshan. The film, released in 2003, tells the story of Krrish, raised by his grandmother, Rekha, who uncovers the truth about his father's presumed death and the origin of his superpowers. Mickey's transition from acting to medicine is remarkable, as he reflects in an Instagram post, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to play Jr. Krrish and the wonderful experiences gained along the way. He highlights how his acting lessons continue to inspire his eye care work, allowing him to be a superhero in the field of ophthalmology.
The video of Hrithik and Mickey's reunion is a delightful moment, with Hrithik joking about visiting Mickey's clinic. Mickey's versatility is evident, as he also appeared in projects like Julia Roberts' Eat Pray Love and Shahid Kapoor's debut film, Ishq Vishk. This multifaceted journey from child actor to eye surgeon showcases Mickey's dedication and passion, leaving a lasting impact on both the entertainment and medical worlds.