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Ankur Rathee on Masculinity: A Vital Balance to 'Animal'
22 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Rathee stars in 'Single Papa' and 'Four More Shots Please! S4'.
- He believes 'Single Papa' challenges toxic masculinity narratives.
- Rathee also noted industry gender opportunity disparity.
Actor Ankur Rathee is currently captivating audiences with his roles in "Single Papa" on Netflix and "Four More Shots Please! Season 4" on Amazon Prime Video. In "Single Papa," he collaborates with Kunal Kemmu and Prajakta Koli, emphasizing the show's importance in redefining conversations around masculinity.
Rathee expressed pride in "Single Papa," stating it provides a necessary balance to films that promote aggressive masculinity. He highlighted that men possess capabilities beyond violence, including emotional intelligence and sensitivity, a theme central to the web series. He also spoke about his experience working with Prajakta Koli, describing her as an inspiring and multifaceted artist.
Returning as Arjun in "Four More Shots Please!," Rathee explored the rekindled dynamic between his character and Anjana. He also reflected on his experience on the female-led show, acknowledging it provided him with a glimpse into male privilege and the lack of opportunities for women in Bollywood. His crime thriller "Undekhi" is also set to release its fourth season soon.
