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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ashish Vidyarthi opens up about stepping back from films; says he's waiting for lead roles: 'Main ek behetereen actor hoon'
Veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi has finally addressed the burning question many fans have had about his absence from the big screen. In a heartfelt vlog shared on his YouTube channel, Ashish shared that he has consciously stepped back from films as he waits for more meaningful, central roles. 'Main ek behtreen actor hoon,' he declared, adding that after over three decades and 300 films across 11 languages, he now wants to explore deeper, leading roles that do justice to his talent. A call to filmmakers Ashish spoke candidly about his interactions with industry professionals, saying he tells directors and producers: 'Just because you haven't given me those roles yet, doesn't mean you can't now.' He revealed that while he is not chasing fame or volume of films anymore, he's waiting for that one role that makes him come alive as a performer again. 'I'm not sitting at home depressed. I'm just not settling,' he added, reflecting a deep sense of self-worth built from years of hard work and dedication to his craft. From films to vlogs In the meantime, Ashish has not slowed down. He's found joy and purpose in new pursuits as a motivational speaker, a travel vlogger, and even the creator of a comedy sketch show called Sit Down Ashish. While the silver screen might not have showcased him lately, he remains as visible and engaged as ever—with his audience, on his own terms. Meanwhile, Ashish received much praise for his antagonist role in the action thriller movie 'Kill'. He was also recently seen in the series 'Rana Naidu' where he played the character named Surya Rao . Ashish Vidyarthi enjoys moong daal cheela at a friend's home; netizen says, 'Nai chachi ko bhi saath rakha karo'
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Ashish Vidyarthi reveals he won't return to films unless he gets ‘central roles': ‘Main ek behtereen actor hoon'
Ashish Vidyarthi isn't just one of the most celebrated actors of our times. He wears many other hats, too. He is a vlogger, a motivational speaker, and a traveller. But why is he seen so less in films these days? The veteran actor answered the question in his latest vlog on his own YouTube channel, proclaiming that he wants to do 'central roles'. (Also read: Ashish Vidyarthi talks about Bollywood boycott calls, says 'such hatred is worthless': Agar aap khud se naraaz hai...) Ashish Vidyarthi has acted in over 240 films in 11 languages over 30 years. What Ashish said Facing the camera in his new vlog, Ashish said, "Today, let's talk openly. Let's make a few things clear. All of you (audience) are completely right. These days I am not seen in as many films as I was a part of back in the day. I don't know if the nation wants to know, but some of you definitely want to know. I am admitting this myself: Main ek behtereen actor hoon (I am a great actor). Someone who has done incredible roles throughout his career. But now I am looking for the kind of roles that haven't been offered to me yet: amazing central roles.' 'I won't hold bitterness in my life' He continued, 'I talk with directors, producers and casting directors, and I say to them, 'Ab tak nahi mila hai iska matlab yeh nahi ki ab nahi de sakte aap mujhe yeh role (Just because I haven't got them yet doesn't mean that you can't give me those roles now).' I am grateful for the fact that throughout my 30-year career, I have done 300 films in 11 different languages. But now I have decided that I want to do some good central roles. Sometimes we isolate ourselves from the world. We sit alone in our homes, but I am not going to sit around feeling depressed. I won't hold bitterness in my life.' Ashish then went on to add that in this period of waiting, he has taken up time to pursue other paths like motivational speaking, wrote a comedy sketch, named 'Sit Down Ashish', as well as a vlogger and traveller. Ashish has featured in many films in the last few decades and also won a National Film Award. He has been part of Drohkaal, 1942: A Love Story, Oh Darling Yeh Hai India, Baazi, Mrityudaata, Ziddi, Major Saab, Soldier, Haseena Maan Jaayegi, Arjun Pandit, and Vaastav. Most recently, Ashish was seen in the first season of reality show The Traitors, which was hosted by Karan Johar. He was eliminated in the circle of shaq.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Ashish Vidyarthi says he won't return to films without a central role: ‘Yeh actor abhi zinda hai'
Bollywood, or any film industry for that matter, often rewards great performances rather weirdly. They see an actor play a believable antagonist, and suddenly he is the bad guy in every film. Actor Ashish Vidyarthi, who is known for his roles in films like Droh Kaal (1994), Vaastav: The Reality (1999), and Haider (2014), has always portrayed the role of the henchman, the villain, and everything in the middle to perfection. But the actor has never headlined a film and has never been the face that is in front of the posters. In his latest vlog, Ashish talked about this reality and declared that he won't be returning as an actor unless he gets a central role. In a video released on his own YouTube channel, Ashish addressed fans who had been enquiring about the reason behind his absence from recent films. He said, 'Let's make a few things clear. All of you (audience) are completely right. These days I am not seen in as many films as I was a part of back in the day. I don't know if the nation wants to know, but some of you definitely want to know. I am admitting this myself: I am a great actor who has done incredible roles throughout his career. But now I am looking for the kind of roles that haven't been offered to me yet: amazing central roles.' PHOTOS: Inside Ashish Vidyarthi's home filled with furniture he bought while shooting with Rajinikanth, plates from Assam and mats from Jodhpur Ashish Vidyarthi reassured the audience that he is already taking steps towards making a return to acting. 'I am constantly in talks with directors, producers and casting directors, and I say to them, 'Ab tak nahi mila hai iska matlab yeh nahi ki ab nahi de sakte aap mujhe yeh role (Just because I haven't got them yet doesn't mean that you can't give me those roles now).' I am grateful for the fact that throughout my 30-year career, I have done 300 films in 11 different languages. But now I have decided that I want to do some good central roles. Sometimes we isolate ourselves from the world. We sit alone in our homes, but I am not going to sit around feeling depressed.' Ashish then shared with fans what he has been up to since taking a break from acting, explaining that relying too heavily on a single career path can sometimes backfire. He said, 'I started motivational speaking to motivate others and myself. One profession might not last you your entire life, and I understood that. Now people see a new side of me on social media, and I have always been a fan of learning new things. While waiting for the roles, I explored a lot of other sides of myself. I was advised to do comedy, and in my foolishness, I prepared an entire comedy set, and I named it 'Sit Down Ashish'. The entire show has no sexual innuendos, no crass language of any sort, and it's something that families can enjoy together.' Ashish Vidyarthi told his fans that 'yeh actor abhi zinda hai (this actor is still alive)' and assured them that he will be returning to the screen the moment he gets the right role.
