Friday, April 10, 2026
ADVT 
Bollywood

Arjun Mathur Doesn't Find Sidharth A Good Actor

Darpan News Desk IANS, 26 Apr, 2019 08:49 PM

    "Made in Heaven" star Arjun Mathur says Sidharth Malhotra is not a good actor.


    Arjun expressed his views when he appeared on "By Invite Only" with "Sacred Games" star Kubbra Sait, read a statement.


    On a lighter vein, Arjun was asked to name the most overrated actor of the industry and he said: "I don't think Sidharth Malhotra is a good actor".


    Kubbra called "Sanju" and "The Accidental Prime Minister" overrated films. To this, Arjun, who was seen as Congress President Rahul Gandhi in the film, added: "I got hate for 'The Accidental Prime Minister' and I hate myself for doing that."


    Arjun was lauded for his portrayal of a homosexual character in Amazon Prime web series "Made In Heaven". The show, by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, touches upon issues like infidelity and struggles gay people face in India. The second season is already under works.


    Arjun said his character has inspired others to open up about their sexual orientation.


    "Around 10 people wrote to me that they have been able to come out (of the closet and speak) to their families because of my role," he said.


    Opening up about his style of approaching nudity, Arjun quipped: "I use this thing called substitution. I plaster my girlfriend's face on whoever you have to act with."


    The episode will air on Zoom on Saturday.

    MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

    SEE PICS: Newly-Weds Prince Narula, Yuvika Chaudhary Can't Wait For First Karwa Chauth

    Newly-married celebrity couple Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary, whose love affair began in "Bigg Boss", say relationships can be made anywhere if there is a connect. They also can't wait to celebrate their first karwa chauth on Saturday.

    SEE PICS: Newly-Weds Prince Narula, Yuvika Chaudhary Can't Wait For First Karwa Chauth

    Aamir Khan Is The Beacon That Shines In China: Big B

    Aamir Khan Is The Beacon That Shines In China: Big B
    Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has praised superstar Aamir Khan and says that he is the beacon that shines in China and the world from the films in India.

    Aamir Khan Is The Beacon That Shines In China: Big B

    Rani Mukerji’s Hichki Continues Bollywood’s Victory March In China, Crosses Rs 100 Crore

      Rani Mukerji-starrer "Hichki" has raced past the Rs 100 crore-mark in China since releasing on October 12, according to its production banner Yash Raj Films.

    Rani Mukerji’s Hichki Continues Bollywood’s Victory March In China, Crosses Rs 100 Crore

    I Will Be A Fool If I Don't Take Salman Khan'S Advice: Aayush Sharm

    I Will Be A Fool If I Don't Take Salman Khan'S Advice: Aayush Sharm
    Actor Aayush Sharma, who made his Hindi film debut with 'Loveyatri', has said he would be a fool if he does not take guidance from his brother-in-law Salman Khan while choosing a film.

    I Will Be A Fool If I Don't Take Salman Khan'S Advice: Aayush Sharm

    We Need To Put More Emphasis On Sports: Akshay Kumar

    "As a country, we need to put more emphasis on sports. Each person should take up at least one sport in their life, even if it is just a hobby," Akshay said in a statement. 

    We Need To Put More Emphasis On Sports: Akshay Kumar

    Gajraj Rao Hoping To Get Big Role In Commercial Cinema Now

    Gajraj made his debut in 1994 with a minor role in filmmaker Shekhar Kapur's "Bandit Queen". He then featured in supporting roles in movies like "Aamir", "Black Friday", "Talvar" and "Blackmail".

    Gajraj Rao Hoping To Get Big Role In Commercial Cinema Now