After establishing himself through his power-packed performances in Bollywood and OTT platforms, actor Pankaj Tripathi got candid about what he thinks being an artist is really about.
He explained, “As an actor, immersing yourself into a character is not just about delivering a few lines perfectly in front of the camera. An artiste is meant to understand the character’s world view, their social status, demographic and impact on his emotional status, his inner complexes that stem from it, his vulnerabilities and so on.”
He also revealed that the role one portrays has a way of affecting their moral compasses, “An artiste’s profession is such that by virtue of their work, there’s leg room for them to think beyond their own selves. Often an actor is so immersed in his character, it affects him to the point where he becomes one with the pains and joys of the character.”
He further said that the experiences that are gained through acting help in developing a clear conscience as the person now have the ability to encompass other interests, apart from their personal ones. As a result, it makes them more empathetic and kind.
He stated, “Artistes are thus more sensitive to emotions, struggles, complexes.”
He concluded by saying, “It’s my belief that playing diverse parts and being an artiste creates a better human being. You stand for something beyond yourself and are able to be empathetic towards people’s crises, heartbreaks, weaknesses and strengths.”
