By: Neha Mehta
An interview with Apoorva Agnihotri, who plays the male lead in Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin.
You disappeared from the public radar after Pardes, resurfacing only with Jassi. Where have you been?
He is SONY TELEVISION'S CHOSEN ONE!
How did Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin happen?
I got a call from Deeya (Singh) who
was keen to sign me on for their (Tony & Deeya Singh) new project. I liked
the subject immensely. Actually, even the channel was hot on me. That's how it
all started.
Tell us about your character in Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin.
I'm playing
Armaan, an affluent guy, who experiences a change of heart for Jassi. The plot
centres around Jassi, who hails from a middle-class family, and comes in contact
with high falutin' people.
Did you ever imagine that you would get such a terrific response?
While
shooting, I was happy with the way our project was shaping up. It's a simple
subject that everyone can identify with. Touchwood, people have taken to it in a
big way, which is evident from the stupendous TRPs. Plus, the fact that it's
currently showing from Monday to Thursday on prime time at nine helps. I'm told
the initial response has been unprecedented. Actually, it's adapted from the
super-successful serial Yo Soy Beatty La Fea, which has been aired in 25
countries already. I believe it's currently running in Spain.
The TRPs are much higher than Sahara Television's Karishma, which has not
evoked a favourable response. Is that flattering?
I'm not commenting on any
other serial. It's not my prerogative to do so. Moreover, much has been written
about it in the press already. But I'm happy that Jassi Jaissi... has kicked off
well. I'm learning a lot. I'm confident it'll sustain.
Weren't you approached for Karishma too?
(A bit hesitantly) Yes, Akashdeep
had called me. But, at that stage, I wasn't ready for the medium. Besides, the
serial is focussed on Karisma Kapoor. I thought I'd get lost in the flood of men
cast in the serial. I felt bad turning down the offer, but he was kind and
understanding.
Your recent film Dhund: The Fog with Amar Upadhyay didn't fare well.
Comment.
The fault lay in the marketing of the film and its music. We had a
decent product on hand, and the horror genre was in. With greater visibility, we
might have pulled through.
How does it feel to be launched by Subhash Ghai?
Of course, I'll always be
indebted to Mr. Ghai for giving me a good launch in Pardes. We continue to share
a great rapport. I'm particularly fond of his wife, who has been extremely
caring and warm to me. Needless to add, I'll be happy to work with Subhashji
again.
What about your next film?
It's with Ahmed (Khan) and with several other
actors. I'm excited about it. It's shaped up well.
We hear that you are doing an English film Echoes as well?
I'll talk
about it in due course of time.
What's happening in your personal life?
(Laughs) Nothing. I'm single at
the moment. I'm still young, and haven't found the right partner yet.
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