India, Oct. 15 -- Given that he has been around for so long on screen, it is sometimes hard to forget that Gulshan Devaiah's filmography is limited. Yet, the actor has managed to leave an impression in almost every film he has done. His latest release, Kantara Chapter 1, is minting money globally and has earned acclaim as well. In the 'aftermath' of the film's record-breaking success, Gulshan talks to Hindustan Times about his idea of managing fame, authenticity, and more.

In an age where film stars often portray cultivated images of themselves on social media, Gulshan remains unfiltered, responding to friends, foes, and trolls alike. The actor explains his approach, "There are self-placed filters. I want to be fun and myself like I am i...