Tahir Raj Bhasin Embraces Challenge in Special Ops Season 2, Teams Up with Parineeti Chopra
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So, when
was approached for Special Ops Season 2, this dilemma naturally crossed his mind.
However, Tahir follows a clear philosophy. He explains, 'If I had to pick between taking up something where there is a huge audience expectation for a show that has been hugely successful (like Special Ops) or joining something which has zero audience interest then I would always pick the former because it's great as an actor to be a part of something where there is anticipation and expectation.
I always prefer being part of a project where there is a bit of pressure and uncertainty of whether it's going to be as big as the previous one.
'
Joining
's show, which also stars
, Tahir fondly recalls watching the first season as a viewer. He shares, 'I recollect being amazed at the fact that they had achieved this level of skill. Never in my wildest dreams I thought that I would get a call from Neeraj Pandey's office saying that they wanted to cast me in Season 2. Also, going head-to-head with Kay Kay is a responsibility to shoulder and a huge compliment as well. And then as we discussed there's something to deal with which is the Season 2 curse where if Season 1 does really well, normally Season 2 doesn't.
I am glad that this season turned out to be much better.'
The actor will soon be seen with
in mystery drama directed by Rensil D'silva.
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