Did you know that politician Raj Thackeray never intended to enter politics? It was all an accident! Raj sir revealed his political journey to our Editor-in-Chief, Kamiya Jani, on this episode of Sunday Brunch. We were joined by his son, Amit Thackeray, in the stunning Thackeray residence in Dadar, Mumbai, to relish a hearty Maharashtrian breakfast and equally hearty conversations. Scroll on to read about Raj Thackeray’s accidental political career.
Raj Thackeray Revealed He Joined Politics Accidentally
It might come as a surprise to a lot of people that the renowned politician, Raj Thackeray’s entry into politics was accidental. Even with a strong political background, he revealed that his professional career was not something he ever dreamt of!
He continued the Thackeray legacy and stepped in his father’s, Shrikant Prabhodankar Thackeray’s shoes. He is now the founding chairperson of Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS). Raj sir, a nephew of Balasaheb Thackeray, shared, “Balasaheb never told me to enter politics and I never thought I would enter into politics.”
His friends who were working under their Student Wing subtly pushed him toward politics and crowned him as the President of the wing in the year 1989. This is when his real political journey began. Being surrounded by friends and family members who are similarly in politics spurred his interest in politics. Years later, he is the leader of MNS!
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He Admitted To Having Stage Fright!
Except for political inclination and family background, what do the late Balasaheb Thackeray and Raj Thackeray have in common? Both of them exhibit fabulous public speaking skills and are great cartoonists! During conversations, Raj sir revealed that he has extreme stage fright.
Kamiya was utterly shocked by this revelation and mentioned how no one would have guessed it because he is a fantastic orator. The politician replied, “You should see me on the days of big rallies or during elections. My hands and feet get cold yet I am sweating.” All the anxiety and stress go away the minute he is on the podium, standing in front of his admirers.
Ah, this is interesting to know, Thackeray ji!
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