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Paresh Rawal jokes about art film casting fears
29 Oct
Summary
- Paresh Rawal attended the premiere of his film Pastt Tense.
- He humorously explained why filmmakers avoid him in art films.
- Pastt Tense is the first film starring him and his son together.
The 14th Jagran Film Festival in Mumbai recently hosted the premiere of the film 'Pastt Tense,' with actors Paresh Rawal, Aditya Rawal, and Tannishtha Chatterjee in attendance. Director Ananth Narayan Mahadevan also graced the event.
Following the screening, Paresh Rawal engaged the audience with candid remarks, humorously addressing why he believes filmmakers are reluctant to offer him roles in art films. He suggested that directors might assume he would demand a higher remuneration for such projects. This sentiment was shared during a discussion at the festival, highlighting a perceived bias.
'Pastt Tense' holds significance as it features Paresh Rawal and his son Aditya Rawal in leading roles for the first time. The actor clarified that he did not influence the casting process, emphasizing director Ananth Narayan Mahadevan's sole decision. Rawal expressed his inclination towards supporting films with substantial subjects and recalled a positive experience working with Mahadevan on 'The Storyteller' in 2025.
