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News18
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Want To Be Kind, Large-Hearted:' Barun Sobti On Future Plans As Producer
Last Updated: Barun Sobti shared that if he becomes a producer in future, he would aim to be 'kind and large-hearted'. Barun Sobti, who became a household name after his stint as Arnav Singh Raizada in the 2011 hit serial Is Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Dun, has carved a niche for himself in the OTT space with powerful performances in shows like Asur and Kohrra. Now, the actor, in a recent chat with an entertainment media portal, talked about his plans of stepping into the shoes of a producer in the coming years. In a candid chat with Pinkvilla's Behind The Success segment, Sobti was asked if producing content is his next aspiration. The actor nodded affirmatively and shared that he would 'want to be a kind and large-hearted' producer. Stressing that he would not make artists work for long hours, the 40-year-old actor said, 'I will think about life more, but I would not make my people work a lot. I think it'll be, like, 8-hour shifts." He further quipped, 'I'll be a producer when I have a lot of money." On being asked whether he would incorporate the typical corporate timing, Barun echoed his belief in work-life balance. He said that he wouldn't mind adopting standard 9-to-5 corporate hours. 'With respect to hours—less working hours, a good life for everyone. We work a lot, and all producers want us to work 12 hours and travel 2 hours," he explained. Addressing the difficulties and challenges faced by artists due to the gruelling schedules, the actor went on to explain how such working conditions aren't good for people struggling financially. 'I would like to make everyone's life simpler if at all some time I become a producer," he added. Barun Sobti is all set to reprise his role in the much-anticipated second season of Kohrra. The critically acclaimed show will premiere on Netflix this year. Additionally, fans of Asur have reason to celebrate, as the actor shared a major update on the making of its upcoming season. In the same interview, Barun revealed that the writing of the much-awaited installment is complete and the team is yet to begin the shoot. It will take a while to go on the floors. First Published: June 06, 2025, 10:52 IST
Pink Villa
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'Producers 12-12 ghante kaam karvaate hain', Barun Sobti voices for 8-hour work shift: EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
Barun Sobti is one of those actors who transitioned to OTT and movies after impressing fans on TV. Owing to his finesse and versatility, the young actor has worked in various shows, including Asur and Kohrra. In a recent interaction with Pinkvilla, he opened up about whether he is open to stepping into the producer role in the coming years. Agreeing to the same, Barun expressed his wish to become a 'kind' and 'large-hearted' producer. The actor stressed that he would not make artists work for long hours. In one of the latest conversations during Pinkvilla's Behind The Success segment, Barun Sobti light-heartedly shared what he would be like as a producer, if he becomes one in the future. "I will think about life more but I would not make my people work a lot. I think it'll be like 8-hour shifts," mentioned the 40-year-old actor. However, changing the context in the other minute, Sobti remarked, "I'll be a producer when I have a lot of money." Watch the full interview with Barun Sobti here When asked whether he would incorporate the typical corporate timing (9 to 5), the Kohrra actor firmly agreed, saying that he 'won't mind'. Advocating for work-life balance, he told us, "With respect to hours, less working hours, a good life for everyone. We work a lot, and all producers want us to work 12 hours and travel 2 hours." Furthermore, elaborating on the difficulties that artists go through and experience in the industry, the Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon star said how such working conditions aren't good for people who don't make a lot of money. The Asur fame concluded by saying, "I would like to make everyone's life simpler it at all sometime I become a producer." For the uninitiated, in the same interview, Barun shared a major update on Asur 3. He revealed that the writing of the much-awaited installment has just wrapped up. The team is yet to begin the shoot, and it will take a while to go on the floors.
India Today
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Actor Barun Sobti confirms Asur 3 in works
Actor Barun Sobti, who is known for some impressive performances on OTT, recently piqued the curiosity of fans with 'Asur 3' update. He also reflected on how the show reshaped the audience's perception of a special segment by Pinkvilla titled Behind The Success, Barun spoke about Asur and shared an exciting update about its third season. During the session, the 41-year-old actor was asked about the developments on 'Asur 3'. The actor replied to the same and shared that the writing of the much-awaited installment has just wrapped up. The team is yet to begin the shoot, and it will take a while to go on the Sobti, who also starred in 'Kohrra', shared that 'Asur' completely changed how audiences viewed him, marking a shift in his image to that of a serious actor. Calling 'Asur' a 'very well-written' show, he recalled his initial reaction when first offered the role. 'It was brilliantly written. In fact, when they approached me, I wondered, 'Why me, sir? It's such a good script,'' he said with a actor further shared that if anyone questioned why he was cast in 'Asur', he could easily argue and prove that he shouldn't have been, at least from a casting perspective. Barun clarified that he was referring solely to the casting choice, not his performance, which he believes comes later. He humbly concluded by saying that he simply got Sobti plays an intelligence officer, Nikhil Nair, in 'Asur'. His bittersweet camaraderie with Arshad Warsi has been widely Watch
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Asur Season 3 Confirmed; Barun Sobti Says Script Is Ready
Last Updated: Barun Sobti confirms Asur 3 is happening and reveals the script is complete. He also reflects on how the show transformed his image from TV heartthrob to serious actor. Barun Sobti is one of the rare television actors who has successfully transitioned into the world of OTT and cinema, steadily carving out a distinct identity for himself. From the charm of Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? to the realism of Tu Hai Mera Sunday, and from the gritty tension of Halahal to the gripping psychological thrillers Asur and Kohrra, Sobti has proven his versatility time and again. Now, in an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla for their Behind The Success segment, the actor opened up about the lasting impact of Asur and shared a much-awaited update on its third season. Barun revealed that the writing for Asur 3 is now complete, though filming hasn't begun yet. 'It will take some time before we begin shooting," he said, assuring fans that the next season is very much happening. The update is sure to excite the show's massive fanbase, who have been eagerly waiting to see where the story leads after the cliffhanger of Season 2. Reflecting on his journey, Barun shared how Asur became a turning point in his career, transforming the public's perception of him. 'People started seeing me as a serious actor after Asur," he admitted. He went on to praise the show's sharp writing, calling it 'terrific," and recalled his initial reaction upon being offered the role. 'When I first read the script, I genuinely wondered why they were casting me. It was so well-written. I told them, 'Sir, why are you taking me?'" he laughed. With his characteristic humility, Sobti further joked that if someone were to argue with him about whether he deserved the part, he'd probably lose the debate—clarifying that he meant in terms of casting, not performance. 'I just got lucky," he concluded. For those unfamiliar, Asur has earned a reputation as one of India's most compelling web series, blending mythology, psychology, and crime with razor-sharp storytelling. Directed by Oni Sen, the show stars Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti, alongside an ensemble that includes Vishesh Bansal, Gaurav Arora, Anupriya Goenka, Ridhi Dogra, Amey Wagh, Sharib Hashmi, Meiyang Chang, and Abhishek Chauhan. With Season 3 in development, Asur promises to push boundaries yet again—and Barun Sobti is right at the heart of it. First Published: June 05, 2025, 15:09 IST
NDTV
a day ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Barun Sobti Intrigues Fans With Major Update On Asur 3
Barun Sobti transitions smoothly from television to OTT, gaining acclaim for his work. He provided an update on Asur 3, revealing that the writing has been completed. Filming for Asur 3 has yet to start and will require some time before production begins. New Delhi: Barun Sobti has had one of the smoothest transitions from television to OTT. Already a household name with his popular show Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon, the actor left the masses impressed with his OTT projects namely Asur and Kohrra. Recently in conversation with Pinkvilla, the actor gave a much-needed update on Asur 3. He shared that the writing for the third instalment has just wrapped up. He added that the team is yet to begin filming and that it will take some time to start. What's Happening After the first two successful seasons of Asur, Barun Sobti gave a major update on Asur 3 being on the cards. He revealed that the writing for Asur 3 is completed. It will take some time for the project to go on floors. Barun also added that the audience's perception towards him changed after Asur, as he was suddenly seen as a serious actor. Praising the humongous success of the series, he told Pinkvilla, "It was a very well-written show. It was terrific. The first time I was approached, I was like mujhe kyun le raho ho sir, acha likha hai (Why are you casting me?)" He concluded by saying that in any debate on why he was cast in Asur, he would win because he believed he shouldn't be. However, he agreed that he got lucky. About Asur Along with Barun Sobti, Asur had a stellar cast led by Arshad Warsi, Ridhi Dogra, Vishesh Bansal, Gaurav Arora, Anupriya Goenka, Amey Wagh, Sharib Hashmi, Meiyang Chang, and Abhishek Chauhan. Asur is a thriller web series, where the plot revolves around a psychological chase between a forensic expert and a serial killer who plans his crimes based on Indian mythology. In A Nutshell Barun Sobti shared an update on Asur 3, the third part of one of his most successful OTT shows. He said that the writers have completed work on the story. The filming will begin, however, there's some time before things start rolling.
