Grammy-winning pop star Ed Sheeran revealed his initial dreams of becoming an actor during his appearance on the latest episode of ‘The Great Indian Kapil Show’ (TGIKS), hosted by the charismatic Kapil Sharma.

The episode, which promises a delightful mix of humour and heartfelt revelations, will air on May 19 at 8 pm on Netflix, IANS reported.

In a candid conversation, Sheeran reminisced about his teenage years and how he nearly pursued a career in acting.

“I originally wanted to be an actor,” the ‘Shape of You’ singer shared, adding, “I auditioned for this TV show — it was acting with music — and I made it to the finals. I was sixteen, and I got down to the final 10 people. In my head, I thought if I got this, I would pursue acting and wouldn’t do music. If I don’t get this, I’ll focus solely on music. And I didn’t get it (film assignment).”

Sharma, known for his impeccable comedic timing and charm, also shared his career aspirations. “I wanted to become a singer. When I came out of my home, I saw everyone singing. So I swapped my field,” he said, adding a touch of humour to the conversation.

The eighth episode of the comedy chat show promises more than just career confessions. Viewers can look forward to some entertaining cultural exchanges, with Sheeran attempting to speak Hindi and Kapil Sharma humorously grappling with his English.

The episode underscores the universal journey of self-discovery and the serendipitous paths that lead individuals to their true calling. It also highlights the mutual respect and camaraderie between artists from different parts of the world.