"I haven't learnt that much from him in this film, as much as I have as a friend and a student in the last 13 years. He was the first man who took me as a professional for his theatre troupe and gave me the confidence that if I work hard, I will be able to achieve something as an actor," added Hooda.

Randeep says he finds Naseeruddin's work ethics commendable and that he can never overpowering the senior as an actor.

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"His principles towards acting, like hard work and dedication, there I would want to overpower him. But in a role, no actor can overpower another actor unless both are doing the same role," Hooda said.

Directed by Ashishor Solomon, 'John Day' is a thriller and hits theatres September 13.