Shyam Lal praises regional cinema's unique identity, expresses openness to new roles
Shyam Lal, who has been part of several famous Bollywood movies, recently shared his thoughts on Bhojpuri cinema. He is mainly known for his role in the
Salman Khan
starrer 'Dabangg'.
Thoughts on Bhojpuri Cinema
Recently, at an event, Shyam talked about the Bhojpuri cinema and said, "The Bhojpuri film industry holds a special place with many talented artists who have their own unique identity.
A large and dedicated audience loves Bhojpuri cinema, providing a loyal fan base. This strong support is why Bhojpuri films often become hits. They has its own distinct place with many talented artists who have a unique identity. A large and dedicated audience loves Bhojpuri cinema, and this fixed fan base is why Bhojpuri films often become hits."
Openness to New Roles
The actor further added, "So far, I haven't received any offers.
But if there's a good script and a strong character, I would definitely consider it. I haven't done any work yet, but I would love to be part of a good film."
Reaction to Ahmedabad Plane Crash
He expressed his sorrow over the Ahmedabad plane crash, sharing his heartfelt reaction, "It is very sad news. I was deeply shocked upon hearing it. May God grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to the family to bear this loss."
Recent Work
On the work front, Shyam Lal was recently seen in an OTT film 'Karmasutra'.
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