Ananya Panday, who is busy with the promotions of her upcoming OTT film ‘Devara Part 1’, recently defended Janhvi Kapoor in response to the criticism she is receiving for her role in Devara Part 1. Ananya said that making commercial films with lots of singing and dancing is not as simple as people think it is, it takes just as much effort and commitment.
During a conversation with Hindustan Times, Ananya shared, “People believe that doing commercial cinema is very easy, but it’s also an art to perform a certain way. Like Janhvi was amazing in her recent song. Her expressions were great, her energy was outstanding. It’s equally hard in a certain way.”
While Janhvi has starred in more films with strong female leads and meatier roles, Ananya has appeared in a number of commercial movies. But Ananya has also changed track with her next venture, CTRL and series like ‘Call Me Bae’. The actress hasn't given up on the idea of working in commercial films entirely, either.
Ananya further added that as an actor, one must possess the ability to engage in a variety of roles. Currently, she has extensively explored the urban and social media genres. She now seeks to step outside this realm and reinvent herself. The actress contemplates what new experiences she has yet to pursue, such as participating in an action film or a full-fledged horror movie. Following these ventures, she may feel inclined to return to singing and dancing, having engaged in numerous intense projects. This reflects a particular mindset at a given time, along with a desire to grow and evolve as an actor.
Ananya Pandey's performances in ‘Kho Gaye Hum Kahan’ and ‘Call Me Bae’ won her a lot of praise. She will next be seen in ‘CTRL’. One thing unites all three movies: they show how relationships work in the social media era. Ananya explained her decision to take on these projects.
The actress said that she finds the subject matter highly relatable and recognizes that those around her find it very relatable. Historically, she has looked to Western or Hollywood films, for discussions on similar issues. However, she expresses satisfaction that contemporary scripts addressing these relevant topics are now being produced, as they reflect current societal challenges.
“Years later, people would look at these and say, ‘Okay, that’s how our generation was’ because God knows what will develop after this. When I’m reading or hearing the script, more than being a part of it, I feel as an audience, ‘This is something that’s happening around me.’ Maybe that’s why I’m gravitating towards it,” Ananya concluded.
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