Popular actor Neil Bhatt is presently leading the way in the role of Arjun Talwar in Colors’ Megha Barsenge. The show produced by Saurabh Tewari’s Parin Multimedia, is dealt with from the perspective of a woman. However, Neil is appreciative of how the makers have balanced the show well. On the occasion of International Men’s Day, Neil talks to IWMBuzz.com, about how his character is important to the show’s narrative and explains his stand.
Read on.
What is the significance of International Men’s Day to you?
I never knew that there is an International Men’s Day. I am unusually unaware of these celebrations. I don’t even know from when this day is being celebrated. So that in itself, answers the question.
Talking about television, most of the projects on TV are women-oriented. Megha Barsenge is also a story perceived as Megha’s journey. How has the role of Arjun been for you from the perspective of a male actor?
I partly agree with you, that some or most of the projects on TV are women-oriented. Megha Barsenge, our show has the title of a woman’s name on it. However, I am happy that we have makers who know how to balance things out. Saurabh Tewari Sir is one of those, who knows how to balance work between a male protagonist and a female protagonist. Up until now, I have been happy about the projects that I have been a part of. The way Arjun has been perceived and written in the show is nice. I am enjoying it. I miss playing Arjun when I am not shooting for it. I don’t know about other shows. I can speak about shows that I have been a part of. Fortunately, I have had the honour of being a part of such shows where men have been shown in a nice way. Nice way in the sense, of screen presence and distribution of work.
How much do you think Arjun has a justified stance in terms of prominence?
Till now, the way Arjun has been woven into the storyline has been impressive. I have liked how he has been given his space in the show. I have never believed that a show is about one character. So that’s how Arjun has been planned. I am happy with the way things are progressing as of now.
How eager are you to get a male-centric role in any medium? If so, what is your dream role?
A role is a role. What is the point of doing a male-centric role if it’s not written well? I would rather do a project where the role has been written well. It is up to me as an artist to make my space in the show. I am not consciously looking for a show which has a male-centric role. However, if I get one which is also written well, I would love to be a part of that. I don’t think about my dream role anymore. But that may be limiting to only my imagination about myself. Probably some other person is looking at me from a very different lens and thinks that I may fit into a role that I never even imagined. I never dreamt of Arjun. I am glad that I am pulling it off.
Do you think there are situations in which men are deprived of what they deserve? Anything that you have experienced/ seen/ heard?
I feel you cannot generalize this. I feel it is not about men or women alone, but some people get deprived of what they deserve. It is sad to see that happen. I have not experienced at least with myself.
