Mumbai: Actor Prateik Smita Patil recently unveiled his custom-built motorcycle, lovingly named “Kaal”, describing it as a powerful reflection of two decades of relentless hustle, patience, and passion for biking.
Sharing a series of photos with the machine, Prateik offered fans a glimpse into both the finished bike and the intense process behind building it. For him, “Kaal”—a word signifying time, era, age, and even black—goes far beyond aesthetics. It represents years of dreaming and the determination to finally bring that dream to life.
He expressed that while some dreams fade with time, his only grew stronger over 20 years before finally roaring into reality. The actor said the bike stands as a testament to persistence and his unwavering desire to own something timeless and powerful.
Prateik revealed he spent over 1,000 days perfecting every detail, obsessing over each component and going through countless iterations until the bike transformed from a machine into what he describes as a “monster.” Inspired by a dark, aggressive “Batpod” vibe, the motorcycle features a deep matte black finish that enhances its bold presence.
To give it character and legacy, he incorporated design elements inspired by the iconic Willie G. Davidson styling, paying tribute to the roots of his passion. After years of dreaming and nearly three years of building, he now considers “Kaal” a perfect creation—one he believes will stand the test of time.
On the professional front, Prateik—son of veteran actor Raj Babbar and late legendary actress Smita Patil—made his debut with Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na in 2008. Over the years, he has appeared in films like Dum Maaro Dum, Aarakshan, Dhobi Ghat, Baaghi 2, and Chhichhore. He was last seen in HIT: The Third Case.
With inputs from IANS