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Actor Embraces Dark Role's Emotional Toll
7 Feb
Summary
- Ayush Shrivastava finds playing Rudra a daily challenge due to his dark, complex nature.
- The actor intentionally taps into Rudra's unknown darkness for challenging scenes.
- Fan appreciation for the dark character's portrayal has been unexpectedly high.
Ayush Shrivastava, portraying Rudra in 'Jagadhatri,' is experiencing the demanding nature of a complex, dark television character. He finds playing Rudra, who possesses multiple layers and emotional intricacies, to be a consistent daily challenge.
The actor admits that embodying such a high-intensity, flawed character takes an emotional toll. He consciously switches into character on set but finds it difficult to detach once he returns home.
Shrivastava described a particularly challenging scene where Rudra, in a psychotic state, strategizes while in a musical trance. This required tapping into an unknown darkness.
Initially depicted as a bratty character, Rudra's background of parental trauma and unreceived love has been revealed. His evolution shows a softer side, especially in interactions with Tapasya.
He expressed gratitude for the audience's strong support and love for a dark character like Rudra, calling it unexpected and phenomenal. Shrivastava hopes to maintain his passion for acting as the character and story continue to engage viewers.
