‘I’m Unique’...

Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh has spoken concerning the challenges he faces within the movie trade attributable to his truthful pores and skin. In a current interview with Hindi Rush, the actor revealed that he has misplaced out on a number of roles due to his pores and skin tone. He expressed frustration over the truth that whereas different actors have been in a position to break stereotypes, he has struggled to do the identical.

“Give Consideration to Appearing as Effectively”

Reflecting on his distinctive place within the trade, Neil stated, “I agree that in a rustic with a inhabitants of about 140 crore, I’m distinctive. However that doesn’t imply I don’t match the angle of a typical man. The issue isn’t that I’m not making an attempt.” He additional identified that with developments in make-up and know-how, an actor’s look will be remodeled solely. “Right now, we will make white pores and skin look darkish, proper? So, give some consideration to appearing as effectively. For those who consider I can act, give me a chance,” he added.

The actor additionally cited examples of Saif Ali Khan and Hrithik Roshan—each of whom are fair-skinned and have efficiently performed various roles. “Even when the function is of a gangster or another person, received’t I match that mould? Saif Ali Khan saab may do Langda Tyagi in Omkara, proper? Hrithik Roshan saab broke himself free from the ‘Greek God’ mould and did Tremendous 30, proper? They will get alternatives off the bottom, however right here, I’ve to maintain making an attempt.”

Neil Nitin Mukesh’s Movie Journey

Neil Nitin Mukesh started his profession as a baby artist within the late Eighties earlier than making his debut as a lead actor in Johnny Gaddaar (2007). He has been a part of profitable movies akin to New York, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, and Golmaal Once more.

The actor was final seen in Hisaab Barabar, alongside R. Madhavan and Kirti Kulhari. Regardless of his physique of labor, he believes that preconceived notions about his look proceed to have an effect on the form of roles he’s supplied.

Neil’s candid remarks spotlight the continued debate in Bollywood relating to typecasting and the trade’s strategy to bodily attributes in casting choices.