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Actor-Writer Hussain Dalal Fights Industry's 'Saas' Mentality
2 Mar
Summary
- Hussain Dalal faces industry bias for hyphenated acting and writing careers.
- He likens industry perception to a 'saas' (mother-in-law) syndrome.
- Dalal reached out to Vishal Bhardwaj for the film O'Romeo.
Hussain Dalal, an actor and writer, finds the industry's perception of hyphenated careers amusing. He described this bias using the analogy of a 'saas' (mother-in-law), where filmmakers question his dedication to one craft when he engages in the other. Dalal insists he can excel in both acting and writing, viewing these doubts as stemming from others' insecurities.
Dalal recently collaborated on Vishal Bhardwaj's film O'Romeo. He proactively messaged Bhardwaj, expressing his desire to work with him. Following a test, he was cast in the film. Dalal expressed gratitude for the opportunity, calling the set a masterclass and stating he grew as an artist. He noted that while reaching out to filmmakers is not common for him, his admiration for Bhardwaj and a prior positive interaction motivated him to make the connection.
He admitted to feeling embarrassed about directly contacting strangers for work, fearing they might perceive him negatively. Dalal believes that established work should ideally create opportunities for further connections. However, he also acknowledged that proactively messaging can be a viable approach for some individuals.
