MUMBAI: Tellychakkar is back with an exciting insight into the world of entertainment. We love to treat our avid readers with snippets from the lives of your favorite celebrities. 

We recently got into a candid conversation with Vijayendra Kumeria who is popularly known for playing Suraj Rajvanshi in Udaan and Dev Parikh in Naagin: Bhagya Ka Zehreela Khel. The actor is now all set to embark on a new journey with Star Plus’ latest offering ‘Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha’. He talks about the show, his character Darsh and much more. 

Please tell us something about your upcoming show on Star Plus?
In simple words, ‘Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha’ is a love story of two deprived souls who by fate turn into each other’s strengths. On one hand is Darsh who is seen facing various challenges in his life as he is visually impaired whereas Nandini (played by Richa Rathore) is seen as a simple yet self-made girl in the show. The crux of the story simply lies in the fact that everyone has the right to love and be loved.

What were the new things that you discovered about yourself as an artist while working on this show?
By far, my character of Darsh in this show happens to be one of the most challenging roles I have ever essayed in my acting career. I have discovered and realized that as an actor I perform better while I am challenged towards essaying a new or unique character. In such situations, I tend to work harder towards becoming a perfectionist.

Tell us something about your character/role in the show ‘Aapki Nazron Ne Samjha’?
Darsh is someone who lost his sight in an accident some years ago. He is also someone who is still lively and has come to terms with his reality and without letting his disability take away his zest for life.

Did you take inspiration from anyone for this differently-abled role?
I have sought inspiration by watching various films which have visually impaired protagonists like ‘Sparsh’ (1980’s Bollywood Film starring Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi in lead roles) and the ‘Scent of a Woman’ (1992 American Drama Film starring Veteran & Method Actor Al Pacino) and so on. These great pieces of work certainly helped me establish my character though each role is different in some or the other way hence I decided not to copy them and act my way according to the narration of my character.

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What makes this show different from other shows?
The best part of our show is that the treatment has been kept very sweet and simple. No over-the-top drama or anything of that sort which adds to the uniqueness of this show.

Tell us about the various preparations that you have undertaken for this character in the show?
This time, I have tried to let go of the muscular physique and have reduced weight in particular for this character. I have also closely observed and tried to pick up the required body language. Besides that, I have been meditating often to look calm and poise.  

Tell us about your evolution as an actor in these last few years?
It has indeed been a great journey with a lot of unlearning and learning. I have surely evolved as an actor and there is refinement seen in my work. I have maintained a different approach towards each character as the understanding of the craft has increased with every passing day. I have been lucky enough to have received different and substantial roles on TV which enable me to work hard every day.

Well, the actor's new offering is surely going to win him praises, it will be interesting to see the viewer's reaction to the new show. 

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Stay tuned to this space for more updates on the show.