Not comfortable with mythological shows: Sameer Soni
The small screen is currently full of mythological shows but they fail to excite actor Sameer Soni as he feels they are too restricted in terms of performance.
Published: Monday,Nov 18, 2013 19:00 PM GMT-07:00
Last seen on TV show 'Parichay Nayee Zindagi Kay Sapno Ka', Sameer says he likes to add value to the character he is playing.
"I am not comfortable playing mythological characters. I feel that they are very restricted. What I enjoy is to add value to a character on a personal level, but with mythological characters that's not possible," Sameer told in a telephonic interview from Mumbai.
"Mythological shows are something that I shy away from. I have been offered mythological shows in the past but I refused to do them because I feel I wouldn't be able to do justice to it," he added.
Sameer will next be seen in fictional horror show "Khauff Begins...Ringa Ringa Roses". He will be seen as JD, an ex-army officer, who has a special power to see ghosts.
He says his character drew him towards the show.
"I like playing complex characters. I ask myself if I can do justice to a particular role or add value to it. If yes, then I accept the role.
"For 25 days a month if I don a character and I don't like it, then its useless. So the character in the show is something that made me accept it," he said.
The actor, who has been seen in films like 'Baghban', 'Vivaah' and 'I Hate Luv Storys', says whatever role he picks must serve a dual purpose.
"The whole idea is to do something that touches the audience and inspires them, but at the same time it should be something that even I enjoy," Sameer added.
For now, the 45-year-old is busy with his adopted daughter and his wife, actress Neelam Kothari. His baby will turn 10 months old soon.
Comments (22)
I agree with u Sammy..u should do what satisfy u only...last time u was not satisfied with ur show Parichay.. even we don't like the way ur character was mess up... And this time u r doing what makes u happy at least... that's Gud... But still I want to see u in Soap serial.. hope u will listen us soon ... Gud Luck for the show... :))
10 years ago
Just a week left for Khauff to start Super excited to see you back on TV as JD
10 years ago
eagerly waiting for khuff;)all the very best for ur new project
10 years ago
All the very best Samir for Khauff...The promos are amazing and you look phenomenal as always...Waiting eagerly for Nov 30th :-)
10 years ago
I like the way how Samir is thoughtfully taking up his projects n not rushing into accepting any/every role/show thats coming on his way.All the best for your new show Samir..You look amazing in Khauff begins-Ringa Ringa Roses promo.Eagerly waiting to see in you in the show.
10 years ago
So eagerly waiting to see you as JD :) wish Khauff starts even before 30th :D
10 years ago
miss you sameer sir as Kunal and ur awesome chemistry with Keerti ..hope to see u both together soon
10 years ago
The writer should have exhibited maturity and referred to Ahana as 'their' daughter. Why the discrimination? SS all the very berry best for Khauff and JD!
10 years ago
its hurts when the media addresses Ahaana as adopted.Plz we request u not to use this term..plzz
10 years ago
you have been missed, all the best for this and everything else. Love you
10 years ago