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The Love,Sex Aur Dhoka actor on playing a don on his debut television show,Gunahon Ka Devta

How has life changed after LSD?
LSD did to me,what it would have done to any newcomer it brought me and my acting skills into limelight. Now,it is up to me to sustain this and make full use of it. It was a great experience. I learned a lot about films and acting.

How has the television experience been so far?
The best part about the Gunahon Ka Devta is that it is being shot like a film. We have regular workshops and the environment is more conducive to acting. I had my share of doubts while working on a television show. I want to be part of a medium that helps my growth as an actor. So far its been very good.

Big movie stars are now showing interest in television. Is this what urged you to try your hand at a TV show?
Honestly,I was very apprehensive when I was approached for the show. I never wanted to play clichd male characters in soaps where female characters rule the roost. But,when I was explained the script of the show,I learned that the story revolves around a strong male protagonist. My character,Avdesh Singh Thakur,is inspired by a real life gangster,Uttar Pradeshs Shri Prakash Shukla.

Does acting come as a natural career?
When I was in Jaipur,I was very actively involved in theatre. I did almost everything from regional theatre to Shakespeares play. And,when you are part of theatre you do much more like designing costumes,lighting and creating sets. Four years ago,I shifted to Mumbai and joined Anupam Khers academy,Actor Prepares. It helped me hone my acting skills. So my past has been completely devoted to acting. I am very passionate about it.

What is your dream role?
I am a very avid reader. I love Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyays novels. I would love to play any one of his characters.

Apart from television,what other projects are you working on?
I have a fresh line-up of films like Nidhishs Youthopia and Arup Duttas Dillogical and Nikhil Sinhas Alha Udal,Zindagi Tere Naam and This and That. I have also played the lead in Undertaker,which got selected for the Los Angeles Film Festival.