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Paresh Rawal: Only 11 of 250 films were good
29 Oct
Summary
- Paresh Rawal stated only 11 of his 250 films were good.
- He considers Sardar, Tamanna, and Hera Pheri among his best.
- Rawal prefers unique villain roles over stereotypical ones.
At the Jagran Film Festival premiere of 'Pastt Tense' in Mumbai, actor Paresh Rawal reflected on his extensive career. He surprised attendees by stating that he believes only 11 of his approximately 250 films were genuinely good.
Rawal shared his appreciation for roles in films like 'Sardar' and 'Tamanna,' noting the challenge of biopics. He also mentioned 'Oye Lucky Lucky Oye,' 'Mumbai Meri Jaan,' and the popular 'Hera Pheri' as films close to his heart.
When discussing villainous roles, Rawal expressed a strong preference for characters that felt real and relatable, detesting stereotypical portrayals with exaggerated appearances. He humorously declined to deliver a dialogue as his iconic character Baburao, stating it would require a ticket.
The discussion also touched upon his early career, where he acknowledged playing roles in the 80s and 90s that involved controversial themes, sometimes presented with dark humor to entertain audiences.
