How did Om Puri's acting style stand out in the film Mukhbir?

Shankar says Puri "never performed, he became the character in that situation faced with that challenge" and that his eyes would "continually reflect shades of emotions as he performed."

What unique talent did Om Puri possess that surprised the director?

Shankar reveals that Puri was a "great mimic" who could effortlessly impersonate "auto rickshaw drivers, constables, villagers and ordinary folk," showcasing his "amazing eye for emotional detail."

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Mani Shankar Remembers Directing Legendary Actor Om Puri in Espionage Thriller Mukhbir

Q: What was it like for director Mani Shankar to work with Om Puri?

Mani Shankar describes Om Puri as a "grounded, down to earth, genius of an actor" who could "manifest emotions at a belly level" in his performances, and recalls Puri's meticulous preparation and rehearsals for difficult scenes.

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Om Puri was a "grounded, down to earth, genius of an actor" who could "manifest emotions at a belly level"
Puri did extensive preparation and rehearsals for difficult scenes, with his eyes reflecting a range of emotions
Puri was also a skilled mimic, effortlessly mastering language accents and impersonating common people

Mani Shankar Remembers Directing Legendary Actor Om Puri in Espionage Thriller Mukhbir

As the world celebrates the 75th birth anniversary of legendary actor Om Puri, the director of his acclaimed espionage thriller Mukhbir (2008) has shared fond memories of working with the iconic performer. Mani Shankar, the filmmaker, describes Puri as a "grounded, down to earth, genius of an actor" who could "manifest emotions at a belly level" in his performances.

Shankar recalls Puri's meticulous approach to his craft, noting the extensive preparation and private rehearsals the actor would undertake for difficult scenes. "The way his eyes would continually reflect shades of emotions as he performed" was a testament to Puri's mastery, as he truly "became the character in that situation faced with that challenge."