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Barun Sobti blames Indian actors’ limited range for recurring typecasting

The Asur star plans to break molds with diverse roles ahead of Kohrra season two

Overview

  • In a Pinkvilla interview, Sobti said actors’ own lack of range, rather than audience or filmmakers, leads to their being typecast
  • He pointed to his choice of Raat Jawaan Hai as proof of a deliberate shift toward more challenging, intelligent scripts
  • Sobti described Asur as a career turning point that transformed him from a television ‘chocolate boy’ to a serious performer
  • His journey spans early television hits to acclaimed streaming series such as Asur, Raat Jawaan Hai and Kohrra
  • He is set to reprise his role in Kohrra season two and lead the upcoming web series Ikatthe