Arjan Bajwa: Typecasting is one of the most painful things that exists in our industry
Arjan Bajwa
, known for films like
Fashion
,
Crook
,
Son of Sardar
,
Bobby Jasoos
,
Rustom
, and
Kabir Singh
, as well as web series
Bestseller
and
State of Siege: 26/11
, continues to approach his career with a clear mindset. With upcoming OTT projects including
The Wives
,
Demon Hunters
, and
Second Chance
, Bajwa reflects on the importance of relevance and the challenge of typecasting in the industry.
'Typecasting is one of the most painful things that exists in our industry,' he says. 'While there are filmmakers who see you as a talent and try to mould you into different characters, most others just look at your last film and offer similar kinds of roles.'
On the subject of staying relevant, Bajwa emphasises that it is a personal choice. 'Some stay relevant just to be seen, to be around, and to remind people that they are still part of the business.
Others strive to remain relevant through their work by evolving as actors and through the kind of films they choose to do,' he explains. 'One cannot pinpoint a single way to stay relevant. But yes, being visible to the audience and filmmakers is important so they think of you when casting.
'
He also acknowledges the role of social media in the current scenario. 'Nowadays, social media has made it easier to stay relevant, but it's definitely not a measure of talent.'
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When it comes to experimenting with roles and appearances, Bajwa remains unfazed. 'People need to understand that an actor can take on any look or role if required — that's why he is called an actor. I've done many varied roles with different looks and personalities, and whatever comes my way, I do it with utmost conviction.'
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Arjan Bajwa, recognized for his diverse roles across film and web series, addresses the industry's typecasting challenge. Arjan Bajwa , known for films like Fashion , Crook , Son of Sardar , Bobby Jasoos , Rustom , and Kabir Singh , as well as web series Bestseller and State of Siege: 26/11 , continues to approach his career with a clear mindset. With upcoming OTT projects including The Wives , Demon Hunters , and Second Chance , Bajwa reflects on the importance of relevance and the challenge of typecasting in the industry. 'Typecasting is one of the most painful things that exists in our industry,' he says. 'While there are filmmakers who see you as a talent and try to mould you into different characters, most others just look at your last film and offer similar kinds of roles.' On the subject of staying relevant, Bajwa emphasises that it is a personal choice. 'Some stay relevant just to be seen, to be around, and to remind people that they are still part of the business. Others strive to remain relevant through their work by evolving as actors and through the kind of films they choose to do,' he explains. 'One cannot pinpoint a single way to stay relevant. But yes, being visible to the audience and filmmakers is important so they think of you when casting. ' He also acknowledges the role of social media in the current scenario. 'Nowadays, social media has made it easier to stay relevant, but it's definitely not a measure of talent.' Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your IQ Is 140 If You Can Answer 10 of These Questions Correctly. IQ International Undo by Taboola by Taboola When it comes to experimenting with roles and appearances, Bajwa remains unfazed. 'People need to understand that an actor can take on any look or role if required — that's why he is called an actor. I've done many varied roles with different looks and personalities, and whatever comes my way, I do it with utmost conviction.'
