Wednesday, December 24, 2025
ADVT 
Bollywood

Not Pressurised By Anyone's Expectations, Says Rajkumar Rao

IANS, 08 Mar, 2017 11:08 AM
    Actor Rajkumar Rao, who is known for his phenomenal performances, said he doesn't feel any external pressure due to the expectations people have from him as he "loves to explore" his characters.
     
    "I am not pressurised because of somebody's expectations in any way. I have to perform as I love acting and the whole process of shooting. And I love to explore every character I do," said Rajkumar, whose upcoming films, "Trapped" and "Behen Hogi Teri", belong to two starkly opposite genres -- survival thriller and romantic comedy. 
     
    Asked how is his approach towards characters in these films, he said: "It depends on the script, the character and how much it demands from me. Like 'Trapped' is a serious film with a demanding script whereas 'Behen Hogi Teri' is a fun film. Once you are done, it is easy to come out from the character of a fun film."
     
    About his favourite genre of the two, the 32-year-old said: "I really can't say. Both are equally exciting. As an actor, I love pushing myself." 
     
    Asked how he feels when people await for a good film from him, he said: "I think this is a big compliment for me that people can vouch for a good film from me. It's a great position to be in."
     
    About mainstream cinema, the "Shahid" actor said that commercial cinema is going through a changing phase. "All superstars are doing films like 'Dangal', 'Raees', 'Sultan'. It is a wonderful change and the whole definition of commercial cinema has transformed."
     
    In his forthcoming film "Trapped", Rajkumar plays a man who is trapped in his own house at a high-rise building with no escape. Produced by Phantom Films and directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, it is set to release on March 17.

    MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

    High Court Seeks Reply Of Jiah Khan's Mother On Contempt Plea Against Her

    High Court Seeks Reply Of Jiah Khan's Mother On Contempt Plea Against Her
    The Bombay High Court today issued notice to Rabiya Khan, mother of late actress Jiah Khan, and sought her response to a contempt plea filed against her by actor Sooraj Pancholi's parents Zarina Wahab and Aditya Pancholi.

    High Court Seeks Reply Of Jiah Khan's Mother On Contempt Plea Against Her

    Amitabh Bachchan Watched Raees, Kaabil. Here Are His Honest Reviews

    Amitabh Bachchan Watched Raees, Kaabil. Here Are His Honest Reviews
    Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has praised superstar Shah Rukh Khan and actor Hrithik Roshan for their latest releases -- "Raees" and "Kaabil".

    Amitabh Bachchan Watched Raees, Kaabil. Here Are His Honest Reviews

    Deepika, Priyanka Trying To Achieve 'Different Things'

    Actress Deepika Padukone, who is often compared with actress Priyanka Chopra, feels there is no need to compare the two as both are trying to achieve "very different things" for themselves.

    Deepika, Priyanka Trying To Achieve 'Different Things'

    Punjabi Audiences' Appetite Has Increased: 'Sarvann' Director

    Punjabi Audiences' Appetite Has Increased: 'Sarvann' Director
    Amrinder is a wonderful human being as well as extremely professional. He is well received and loved unconditionally by the audiences. People love his simplicity on screen as well as in person

    Punjabi Audiences' Appetite Has Increased: 'Sarvann' Director

    Shatrughan Wants New Film Written For Him And Amitabh

    Shatrughan Wants New Film Written For Him And Amitabh
    Shatrughan, who was last seen on the big screen playing a politician in Ram Gopal Varma's 2010 film "Rakta Charitra", is planning to return to acting soon. 

    Shatrughan Wants New Film Written For Him And Amitabh

    Jacqueline Fernandez Joins Mixed Martial Arts League

    Jacqueline Fernandez Joins Mixed Martial Arts League
    Actress Jacqueline Fernandez has been announced as the brand ambassador of Goa Pirates for the Super Fight League (SFL), a mixed martial arts (MMA) league.

    Jacqueline Fernandez Joins Mixed Martial Arts League