New Delhi, April 7 -- Veteran actor and filmmaker Anupam Kher has heaped praise on stand-up comedian Samay Raina, describing him as "sharp, funny and brilliant" while also reflecting on how challenging phases can shape personal growth.

Sharing moments from their recent meeting on Instagram, Kher offered a glimpse into a candid and warm interaction that extended beyond professional admiration.

Kher revealed that Raina visited his acting institute, Actor's Prepare, accompanied by his parents, Pushkar and Sweety. The veteran actor spoke fondly about the encounter, emphasising the grounded nature of the comedian and his family.

He described them as a "warm and graceful Kashmiri Pandit family," noting that while Raina's on-screen persona is...