<p>Barun Sobti, who impressed fans with his performance in Voot Select's <em>Asur</em>, says that the 'OTT revolution' is a big boon for actors like him as they are getting more work nowadays. The 36-year-old also opens up about his latest release <em>Halahal</em> and reveals that the Eros Now-backed movie has a 'gripping' script. </p>.<p>(Edited excerpts from an interview with DH)</p>.<p><strong>What made you give the nod to <em>Halahal</em>?</strong></p>.<p>The script was nice and I felt that I could bring something to the table if I took it up. The narrative is quite gripping. I went through the script in one go, which is something that does not happen too often. </p>.<p><strong>How was the experience of working with Sachin Khedekar?</strong></p>.<p>It was a refreshing experience. There is a perception that actors of his stature come with a certain baggage. He, however, is a cool contender. I really admire the way he is reinventing himself by working with newcomers. He is interested in learning and is quite adaptable on the sets.</p>.<p><strong>Where you apprehensive about working in a movie directed by a newcomer?</strong></p>.<p>I just had to do my job and had no business been apprehensive about him. Moreover, newcomers have been doing some great work of late.</p>.<p><strong>What is your take on the digital 'revolution'?</strong></p>.<p>It is a great boon for actors like be as there is an abundance of work.</p>.<p><strong>Is acting in digital productions a different experience when compared to doing films?</strong></p>.<p>Not really. The basic approach remains the same irrespective of the medium. </p>.<p><strong>How did the acting bug bite you?</strong></p>.<p>In a way, this is related to the creative side of the brain. When I watched films as a kid, I would always think there was a different/better way of essaying a performance I saw on the screen. This started happening when I was 15 and I ultimately got my first break when I was around 23/24. </p>.<p><strong>How do you deal with criticism?</strong></p>.<p><em>Abhi tak toh achcha feedback mila hai</em>. However, generally speaking, you have to choose whatever (observations) is relevant. A lot of people do not have any idea of what good cinema is and keep talking trash. </p>.<p><strong>What is your fitness mantra?</strong></p>.<p>I don't indulge in fitness and have not seen a gym for the past three years. I haven't even played football for a while. It's just that my body type is such that it will stay the same irrespective of what I eat. </p>
<p>Barun Sobti, who impressed fans with his performance in Voot Select's <em>Asur</em>, says that the 'OTT revolution' is a big boon for actors like him as they are getting more work nowadays. The 36-year-old also opens up about his latest release <em>Halahal</em> and reveals that the Eros Now-backed movie has a 'gripping' script. </p>.<p>(Edited excerpts from an interview with DH)</p>.<p><strong>What made you give the nod to <em>Halahal</em>?</strong></p>.<p>The script was nice and I felt that I could bring something to the table if I took it up. The narrative is quite gripping. I went through the script in one go, which is something that does not happen too often. </p>.<p><strong>How was the experience of working with Sachin Khedekar?</strong></p>.<p>It was a refreshing experience. There is a perception that actors of his stature come with a certain baggage. He, however, is a cool contender. I really admire the way he is reinventing himself by working with newcomers. He is interested in learning and is quite adaptable on the sets.</p>.<p><strong>Where you apprehensive about working in a movie directed by a newcomer?</strong></p>.<p>I just had to do my job and had no business been apprehensive about him. Moreover, newcomers have been doing some great work of late.</p>.<p><strong>What is your take on the digital 'revolution'?</strong></p>.<p>It is a great boon for actors like be as there is an abundance of work.</p>.<p><strong>Is acting in digital productions a different experience when compared to doing films?</strong></p>.<p>Not really. The basic approach remains the same irrespective of the medium. </p>.<p><strong>How did the acting bug bite you?</strong></p>.<p>In a way, this is related to the creative side of the brain. When I watched films as a kid, I would always think there was a different/better way of essaying a performance I saw on the screen. This started happening when I was 15 and I ultimately got my first break when I was around 23/24. </p>.<p><strong>How do you deal with criticism?</strong></p>.<p><em>Abhi tak toh achcha feedback mila hai</em>. However, generally speaking, you have to choose whatever (observations) is relevant. A lot of people do not have any idea of what good cinema is and keep talking trash. </p>.<p><strong>What is your fitness mantra?</strong></p>.<p>I don't indulge in fitness and have not seen a gym for the past three years. I haven't even played football for a while. It's just that my body type is such that it will stay the same irrespective of what I eat. </p>