Shekhar Suman has weighed in on the ongoing debate about actors, visibility, and social media fame, while praising Akshaye Khanna's standout performance in the film 'Dhurandhar'. As the movie draws significant attention, Suman emphasized that actors should trust their craft instead of chasing likes, paparazzi attention, or online presence.
Shekhar Suman on Actors Chasing Visibility
In a recent interview with India Today, Shekhar Suman remarked that today's industry places excessive importance on being seen. He noted that many actors measure their worth through social media reactions, which can have a deep impact on their mental well-being. "There's far too much emphasis on only being seen around, and likes, and being seen and being appreciated. They get depressed if they don't get as many likes as they had imagined. That kind of thing. You believe in your talent, believe in your craft, and the rest, everything is going to follow," Suman stated.
He added, "And for actors, it's not important to be seen around on social media. I don't think so. Your work should speak for itself. When people see you on screen, they will remember you for years."
Akshaye Khanna's Return Through 'Dhurandhar'
Suman then pointed to Akshaye Khanna's resurgence in the spotlight through 'Dhurandhar'. He said, "Akshaye Khanna, for 10 years, was nowhere. No partying, no social media, no nothing. One performance and that's it. He decimated all those notions about being seen."
According to Suman, a powerful performance carries more weight than any amount of online activity. "I strongly believe that one strong performance is equivalent to so many of your reels that you made, and so many times that you were papped," he asserted.
Talent Needs the Right Opportunity
He also stressed that talent requires the right opportunity to shine. Citing Amitabh Bachchan's rise after early setbacks, Suman said, "It's the opportunity that you get that makes an actor what he is. So I feel all actors are the same. It's the opportunities that differ."
Praise for Rakesh Bedi and the Film
Suman also lauded Rakesh Bedi's role in 'Dhurandhar'. He recalled Bedi telling him, "Sheku, you have to watch this film, Dhurandhar, which I have done. You will really love me. It's a great film." Suman said the role surprised him and credited the director, script, and character for giving Bedi room to showcase his talent. He also praised Aditya Dhar's direction, the editing, cinematography, and background score. Suman noted that the film kept viewers engaged despite its length, adding that audiences were "sitting on the edge of their seats."
In conclusion, Shekhar Suman's remarks serve as a reminder that true artistry lies in the work itself, not in the fleeting metrics of social media fame.
