22nd March
No fame, money in modelling:Abhishek Malik [IANS]
New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) After struggling for fame and money in the modelling world for three years, Delhi boy Abhishek Malik has finally got lucky with a key role in new TV show "Chhal...Sheh Aur Maat".
New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) After struggling for fame and money in the modelling world for three years, Delhi boy Abhishek Malik has finally got lucky with a key role in new TV show "Chhal...Sheh Aur Maat".
"The main reason I have shifted from modelling to TV is because I was looking for fame," Abhishek told IANS in an interview.
He won the Mr. Delhi title in 2009, and went on to walk the ramp for designers like Manish Malhotra and Rohit Bal. But like many models in the Indian fashion industry, he wasn't satisfied.
"In modelling, you don't become as famous, at least that's what I could make out. Also, you hardly get money in modelling. A lot of models work for free and in fact, I have also walked for free during fashion weeks," said the tall and suave 21-year-old.
A Delhi University commerce graduate, Abhishek has now shifted base to Mumbai to shoot for "Chhal...Sheh Aur Maat" - a new thriller that went on air on Colors March 19. He plays Rishi, a newly married man in the show.
"I was a bit inclined towards acting, so after modelling I switched to this line. This was my first audition and I got the role," said Abhishek, who neither has any background or training in acting.
As of now, he is busy concentrating on the show, and adjusting to life in Mumbai.
"I am a bit uncomfortable in Mumbai. I don't like the weather, it's humid. Being a Delhiite, it's difficult to adjust. But the entire shooting is in Mumbai, so I have to stay there," said the actor, who has managed to find accomodation in Lokhandwala.
Usually most single boys struggling for a foothold in showbiz find it hard to find a home on rent, but "in that case I have been lucky", says Abhishek.
But showbiz isn't the best long-term plan, is it?
"I plan to pursue an MBA through correspondence. My mother is a principal and my sister is a doctor, so I am constantly told to prepare a good back-up," he said.
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26th march
TOI: Om Puri plays Ashok Kumar kinda sutradhar on
The actor returns to small screen with 'Chal - Shey aur Maat'
Remember how veteran actor Ashok Kumar played a sutradhar on the television show Hum Log with an extended epilogue at the end of each episode. Actor Om Puri will be doing something similar on television with the new show ' Chal - Shey aur Maat'.
Chal - Shey aur Maat is designed as a suspense-thriller show. Director duo Abbas-Mustan known for their expertise in the genre are the creators and presenters of the show. And to take it a step further, the makers have got Om Puri to play a sutradhar. "Om Puri will give a recap of the episode in his inimitable baritone and also add to the element of mystery", says a source associated with the show.
Years ago, Om Puri did a lot of television on Doordarshan and is known for his quality work in shows like Bharat Ek Khoj and Kakkaji Kahin. More recently he lent his voice occasionally to serials like Phulwa and Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo.
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27th marchTOI:Today's TV lacks meaningful content-Om Puri
Om Puri returns to the small screen after over a decade as a 'sutradhar' or storyteller for new TV show " Chhal Sheh Aur Maat". But the veteran actor feels today's television is frivolous and lacks meaningful content.
"Television back in the 1980s had meaningful content. Serials like 'Hum Log' and 'Buniyaad' had much to share, but the small screen has now become very frivolous," Om, 61, told IANS in an interview on phone from Mumbai.
"The usual saas-bahu serials are more like people doing ramp walk than acting. The standards have indeed declined over the years. I miss the charm of television in previous years," he said.
His unmatched acting skills have always helped him deliver serious and comic roles alike. He proved his mettle on garnering international acclaim by working in crossover projects. A theatre veteran, Om started his television career with "Mr Yogi", " Kakaji Kaheen" and "Yatra".
He admits there is a need for shows that can create awareness about society.
"Television is a great medium and has wider reach than other means of communication. We need to have shows that create social awareness, which is rarely a case in today's era," he said.
Even comedy shows are not up to the mark, he feels.
"Previously we used to see some very good shows, but now even the standards of comedy have declined drastically. There are such poor standards of humour in comedy zones today," said the 61-year-old.
"Chhal Sheh Aur Maat" that comes on Colors channel is a tale of deception, betrayal and mystery. The show is about Neha, a newlywed whose life changes dramatically while on a honeymoon when a stranger stakes claim to her life as her husband.
For the show, Om dons the garb of a 'sutradhaar'. He will be seen presenting a weekly roundup of the story in an interesting one-hour format of "Kahani Ab Tak".
"The makers of the show approached me to be part of the show as a storyteller. I grabbed the opportunity because I knew this will not harm my big screen career in any way as I have to shoot for it just for four days in a month," he said.
"I agreed to be a part of it because it is not something that promotes superstition or seems frivolous. It is just clean entertainment," he added.
Om was due to do a rural-based show being created by the rural development ministry. The actor however reveals it is yet to go on the floors.
"Work on the show is still on. Everybody knows how the government departments work; I am waiting to hear from them soon," he said.
Last seen in "Chaar Din Ki Chandni", Om is busy shooting for " Malamaal Weekly 2" and is looking forward to working with Prakash Jha in " Chakravyuh".
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28th March
TOI: I wanted to get into production: Bhairavi
I wanted to get into production: Bhairavi
Even though actress Bhairavi Raichura, fondly remembered as Kajal Bhai from "Hum Paanch", has turned producer with the new show " Chhal Sheh Aur Maat" on Colors, she says that she has no plans to quit acting.
"I wanted to get into production for some time, and then what next after acting? Production is a completely different experience. When you're just acting, you go on the sets, do your makeup, read the script, do the scene, go home and you're done. Production, it never ends. There are 50,000 things to do. You're handling so many people. I handle the production side, and the creative side is handled by my partner. I am enjoying it," she tells us.
But doesn't being a producer take away from her acting time? "I don't shoot much. I shoot 7-8 days in a month. I haven't given " Sasural Genda Phool" many dates. I'm not taking up anything new at the moment. "Balika Vadhu" is not really there, I hardly do it. I tell them, try avoiding me, but if required, I will come back to that show," she says.
Her new show is a thriller, which she compares to an Abbas-Mustan film. But it's not a film that'll end in 3 hours, and she knows what it takes to sustain the audience's interest in a show. "A daily soap takes a lot of commitment for all the departments. Thinking 22 episodes in a month is not easy. I really salute all daily soap makers. But I'm sure audiences are enjoying our show. It's something new for them, because after "Kahin Kisi Roz", there hasn't been a thriller on television," she signs off.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tv/I-wanted-to-get-into-production-Bhairavi/articleshow/12427207.cms
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TB: Sooraj thapar in Chal
After a hit portrayal of Dhananand, the actor will be seen as a top cop...
Bhairavi Raichura and
Nandita Puri's newly launched
Chhal-Sheh Aur Maat has opened up with good ratings and the creative team is leaving no stone unturned to continue the growth.
The latest we hear is that
Sooraj Thapar, currently seen in
Imagine TV's
Chandragupta Maurya as Dhananand, would soon join the cast of
Chhal-Sheh Aur Maat.
A source informs, "In today's episode,
Sooraj Thapar would enter the show as a flamboyant CID inspector to investigate the whole case. He would essay Inspector Dushyant Singh, who is entirely different than all the other inspectors, which the audience has seen till date. He is obsessed with justice. But that word will bring an image of a serious workaholic cop. Dushyant is the exact opposite of that as said. He is chilled out, a bit crazy, has various cods, likes to have fun, doenst look like there is a single serious bone in his body. But dont let his idiosyncracies fool u as he has a high conviction rate. And once he gets it into his head that he will solve a crime he will not let anything get in his way.Thats how he is the biggest threat to kabir in dhaulganj where he suspects kabir,he knows there is something fishy in kabir's story about the return of his wife Aditi and he will get to the bottom of it. Whereas neha is really hoping dusyant will get her out of this hellish situation.."
"
Sooraj Thapar has already started shooting for the show and will be seen in today's episode.
When contacted,
Sooraj Thapar confirmed the buzz, "Yes, I am doing Chhal and it's been a great opportunity for me to work with Nandita and
Bhairavi Raichura on their first project."
So along with Dhananand get ready to witness
Sooraj Thapar in a new avatar!
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29th March
TOI: Suraj Thapar enters as CID officer
Sooraj Thapar with Supriya Pilgaonkar
Actor Sooraj Thapar, currently seen in the daily soap "Sasuraal Genda Phool", will feature as a CID officer in new social thriller " Chhal - Sheh Aur Maat".
His character is named Dushyant.
Dushyant, a chilled out and fun loving person, is shown to be obsessed with justice.
The show, aired on Colors, is about Neha, a newlywed whose life changes dramatically while on a honeymoon when a stranger stakes claim to her life as her husband.
Dushyant comes into the scene to solve the mystery.
The show is produced by Bhairavi Raichura and Nandita Mehra's company 24 Frames.
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4th April
TOI: Hunar Hali admires Kajol's versatility
Like most TV actors, Hunar Hali too wants to do different kinds of roles and considers Kajolthe best example of versatility.
"As an actress, I always want to be versatile. I don't want to be stereotyped where people say that she can only fit into a certain role. That's the reason I like Kajol because she is a person who is truly versatile," Hunar told IANS.
The 22-year-old, who bagged her first lead role with Colors' " Chhal - Sheh Aur Maat", says the thriller genre was interesting for her to take up.
"I should always do something new and different, and that's a challenge for me. This show was challenging, that's why I took it up," she said.
Hunar has earlier been seen in supporting roles in shows like "Grahasti", "12/24 Karol Bagh" and "Sasuraal Genda Phool".
She says it's easy to get stereotyped on the small screen.
"When you play a bhabhi or a mother, that's when you are typecast. Once a mother always a mother. I am a young girl, and I have so far played roles of young girls only...so I don't fear being typecast as of now," she said.
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TB:Hunar Ali likes to play different roles
Hunar Hali admires Kajol's versatility...
Like most TV actors,
Hunar Hali too wants to do different kinds of roles and considers Kajol the best example of versatility.
"As an actress, I always want to be versatile. I don't want to be stereotyped where people say that she can only fit into a certain role. That's the reason I like Kajol because she is a person who is truly versatile," Hunar told IANS.
The 22-year-old, who bagged her first lead role with
Colors' "
Chhal-Sheh Aur Maat", says the thriller genre was interesting for her to take up. I should always do something new and different, and that's a challenge for me. This show was challenging, that's why I took it up," she said. Hunar has earlier been seen in supporting roles in shows like "Grahasti", "12/24 Karol Bagh" and "Sasural Genda Phool". She says it's easy to get stereotyped on the small screen.
"When you play a bhabhi or a mother, that's when you are typecast. Once a mother always a mother. I am a young girl, and I have so far played roles of young girls only...so I don't fear being typecast as of now," she said.
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