Working alongside Tom Alter was a profound learning experience, says Kunal Sharma
Kunal Sharma with J Brandon Hill and the late Tom Alter
Actor
Kunal Sharma
, known for his work in Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo, Rahasya, Ugram, and Kanguva, was recently seen in the MMA-based sports drama Maqam, where he shared screen space with the late
Tom Alter
. The veteran actor, who passed away in 2017 after battling skin cancer, played a pivotal role as the coach of the protagonist.
Honouring his legacy, the makers thoughtfully reworked the narrative to preserve the essence of his character.
Kunal shares, 'Tom Alter's passing was a huge emotional and creative setback for the team. Since his role was central to the storyline, the shoot had to be paused. Then the pandemic caused further delays. But the makers approached the situation with great care and respect, revisiting the script in a way that allowed us to move forward while still honouring his presence in the film.'
Talking about the experience of working with Tom, Kunal said, 'Working alongside him was a profound learning experience. His gaze conveyed depth, emotion, and authenticity, teaching me the power of subtlety in acting.'
He added, 'On set, Tom created an atmosphere of warmth and camaraderie. His humility, discipline, and passion for the craft were evident in every interaction. He treated every role with the same dedication, whether it was a grand character or a subtle one.'
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Remembering their first meeting on the Kolkata set, he revealed that they had enriching discussions on acting and also shared a compliment that Tom gave him. He said, 'Tom emphasised that 'an actor's eyes are the window to their soul'. Immediately after that, he said, 'Barkhurdar, you have very deep eyes'. That compliment filled me with immense joy.'
Kunal also mentioned that Tom was very happy with the name of the film, Maqam, as he had a profound appreciation for Hindi and Urdu literature. He confessed that Tom's demise had a great impact on the cast and crew of the movie and added, 'Memories of working with him will stay with me for a lifetime. His legacy continues to inspire, reminding us that true artistry lies in the subtleties — the unspoken moments that speak volumes.
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