Characters have lost their distinct identity in Hindi cinema: Actor Akhilendra Mishra
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Lucknow, Veteran star Akhilendra Mishra says the enduring popularity of memorable characters in Hindi cinema and television has faded because today's films are no longer creating distinct personalities on screen, with most roles beginning to resemble one another.
Adding to this, Characters have lost their distinct identity in Hindi cinema: Star Akhilendra Mishra In conversation with PTI during a visit here, the star, known for roles such as Kroor Singh in "Chandrakanta", Mirchi Seth in "Sarfarosh", DSP Bhurelal in "Gangajal", shared strong characterisation, rather than screen time, was what once made supporting roles live on in public memory.
Meanwhile, Mishra also essayed the role of Arjan in the Aamir Khan-starrer Oscar-nominated "Lagaan", which is celebrated 25th anniversary this year.
Notably, "Earlier, people connected with characters. Today, films lack characterisation. Everyone acts in a similar way and speaks in the same tone. In the process, the colour and identity of characters have disappeared. When audiences cannot relate to a character, films eventually suffer," Mishra shared.
As per the latest buzz, Drawing an analogy, he shared audiences respond to diversity in storytelling just as they marvel at a rainbow rather than plain white light.
In further updates, "When you see a rainbow, you call others to look at it because all seven colours are visible. Similarly, stories, performances, music, emotions and presentation need different shades. Today, we are only seeing white light.
On top of that, "They searched for actors who could become those characters. I was chosen for Kroor Singh because of my theatre work. John Matthew Matthan picked me for 'Sarfarosh' after watching one of my plays," he recalled.
The star, however, acknowledged the industry's working culture has become more organised.
Source: Hindustan Times