Actor Gautam Rode has opened up about how the arrival of his twin babies has influenced his professional choices, but not in the way many might assume. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, the actor, who is set to appear in a powerful and unconventional role in Undekhi Season 4, shared that fatherhood has actually made him more inclined towards roles that challenge him as a performer.
A Shift Towards Experimentation
Rode explained that contrary to popular belief, he is now more focused on taking up projects that push his artistic boundaries. “No, nothing like that. In fact, things are very different. It’s the other way around after the babies’ arrival. I want to take up roles and projects that challenge me as an actor, that challenge me as a performer and an artist,” he said.
He added, “I want to experiment now. It’s time to experiment. I have done a lot of shows playing the good boy and positive characters, like Saras in Saraswatichandra, and many others. But now I want to experiment with my art and explore myself as well.”
Avoiding Creative Stagnation
The actor emphasized the importance of growth and learning through diverse roles. “I don’t want to get stuck playing one kind of character. If I keep doing similar roles, I will never grow as an actor, nor will I be able to learn. You learn all your life as long as you work. I have my personal boundaries that I don’t cross, and those were there before and will continue to remain. But when it comes to selecting a role, if I like the character, I want to do it,” he stated.
A Versatile Career
Gautam Rode has built a strong body of work over the years with shows like Baa Bahoo Aur Baby, Lucky, Suryaputra Karn, Kaal Bhairav Rahasya, and Saraswatichandra, establishing himself as one of television’s most versatile performers. His latest project, Undekhi Season 4, also stars Varun Badola, Harsh Chhaya, and others.
