Pavan Malhotra Praises New Gen Actors' Dedication

Pavan Malhotra, a seasoned actor with four decades of experience, asserts that exceptional acting continues to captivate even seasoned industry professionals. He recently highlighted the commendable performances of Yami Gautam, Kartik Aaryan, and Sanjay Mishra.

Malhotra lauded Yami Gautam's professionalism and attention to detail during their collaboration on 'Oh My God 2!', noting her punctuality and flawless line delivery. He further celebrated her well-deserved National Award for Best Actress in 'Article 370', urging audiences to watch the film.

Kartik Aaryan also received praise for his National Award-winning role in 'Chandu Champion'. Malhotra felt director and actor Randeep Hooda deserved a special mention for his dual contribution. Sanjay Mishra's versatility was also celebrated by Malhotra, who admired his ability to embody diverse characters, citing 'Kadvi Hawa' as an example.

Reflecting on his own career, Malhotra emphasized his commitment to portraying distinct characters, citing his roles in 'Salim Langde' and 'Bagh Bahadur' as examples of his deliberate avoidance of repetition. He noted that films like 'Bagh Bahadur' continue to resonate, even decades after their release.

Malhotra expressed concern over contemporary filmmaking's tendency to play safe, often by forcing unnecessary elements. He values directors like Rakesh Om Prakash Mehra and Amit Rai who maintain clarity in their artistic vision.