One year ago, Stree 2 brought audiences back to the world of small-town scares, quick-witted banter and a love story laced with mystery. At its heart was Rajkummar Rao's unforgettable performance as Vicky. He played the good-natured yet reluctant hero whose charm and vulnerability made the supernatural chaos even more entertaining. The film was not only a hit with critics and audiences but went on to become the highest box office grosser of the year. That's quite a rare feat for a horror comedy. For Rajkummar, the success was both professionally rewarding and personally humbling.