Mumbai: Anupam Kher, who flew from Hyderabad to Varanasi, had a connecting Indigo flight to Khajuraho cancelled, leaving him frustrated.
The veteran actor was travelling to attend the Khajuraho International Film Festival, where his movie ‘Tanvi the Great’ will be screened as the opening film.
Taking to his X (formerly known as Twitter) handle on Monday, Kher shared through a video message how he made best use of the ‘frustrating situation’ without complaining.
“I don’t complain because I don’t think any person or organisation would do this intentionally. So I want to express my frustration,” he said.
Adding that no other flight was available and his film’s screening is scheduled for Tuesday, the actor said, “Toh main kya karun (So, what do I do).”
The actor said instead of complaining, he would visit an eatery and relish a delectable meal to feel better.
He added, “Phir train se jayenge, train jaati hai, by road bhi jasakte hai. Filial toh khana khana chahta soon (We will go by train, could go by road too. For now, I want to have my meal).”
Sharing how people at the airport were worried over cancellation of their flights, Kher said, “When you are in a situation where nothing is on your hand, then enjoy the situation…I will eat, and I will feel better. I will somehow or other reach tomorrow for the opening of the Khajuraho International Film Festival because our film Tanvi the Great is playing there.”
“Flight cancelled! My Grandfather used to say, ‘Don’t go through a problem twice! Once by thinking about it, and once by going through it!’ Came to #Varanasi by @IndiGo6E! Was to take a connecting flight to #Khajuraho which got cancelled! Frustrating! he captioned the post.
“But decided to make the best of it! So will have some nice kachori/chaat/gulab jamun. And also will pray at #Vishwanath ji temple! Har Har Mahadev! #KhajurahoInternationalFilmFestival #Opportunity #TanviTheGreat.”
Reacting to Kher’s post, the official X account of Indigo posted, “Dear Anupam Sir, we truly regret that your onward journey did not go as planned today. The severe fog and weather disruptions in the morning today across Varanasi and some other airports in Northern India had an impact on multiple flights across the network, which unfortunately led to the cancellation of your Varanasi–Khajuraho sector.”
“In order to keep you informed, we had shared timely communication, earlier in the day, on your coordinates registered with us during booking. However, we are deeply touched by your empathetic perspective and calmness of spirit, which truly reflect your positive outlook towards life. Respect! We wish you and your team all the very best for the film festival. May your film receive all the love, appreciation, and wide viewership it truly deserves. We look forward to welcoming you on board again soon and serving you better in the future. ~Team IndiGo,” concluded the note.
FLIGHT CANCELED! 🤓🤣
My Grandfather used to say, “Don’t go through a problem twice! Once by thinking about it, and once by going through it!” Came to #Varanasi by @IndiGo6E ! Was to take a connecting flight to #Khajuraho which got cancelled! Frustrating! But decided to make the… pic.twitter.com/wqXb2k1KGN— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) December 15, 2025
On the work front, Kher recently directed and acted in ‘Tanvi the Great’. The film, which features Shubhangi Dutt in the lead role, released in theatres on July 18.
The actor will next be seen in Sooraj Barjatya’s upcoming feature film.
