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Rohit Roy: Aunt to Lover in Bold New Role
7 Oct
Summary
- Roy reunites with Neena Gupta, playing her younger lover after a past aunt role.
- Actor questions lack of quality comedies on mainstream OTT platforms.
- He defends past comments on television, stating they were misunderstood.
Veteran actor Rohit Roy, with three decades in the entertainment industry, consistently surprises audiences with his career choices. His latest project, 'Chumbak,' sees him in an unexpected romantic pairing with Neena Gupta.
Previously, Gupta played Roy's aunt in his debut film. Now, after 30 years, Roy is portraying her young lover. He described the casting as a "cute triangle" and recalled Gupta's enthusiastic reaction to their reunion on set.
Roy also addressed the limited availability of quality comedies on major OTT platforms, a topic that recently led to some misunderstandings regarding his comments on content creation.
He defended his past remarks about television, clarifying that his intention was not to attack anyone but to advocate for more progressive content, noting his own extensive career on the medium.
Reflecting on his career, Roy highlighted his selective approach, prioritizing creatively fulfilling projects. He cited his role in 'Shootout at Lokhandwala' as a memorable performance that continues to resonate with audiences.
