'gen z tells me, keep doing it, bro'
India, Oct. 20 -- For actor Shahbaz Khann, known for his roles in films such as Ziddi (1997) and The Hero: Love Story of a Spy (2004), playing Ravana at Delhi's Ramlilas is about more than bringing the demon king to life. His portrayal at the Shri Dharmic Ram Leela Committee's Ramlila at Lal Qila Maidan has caught Gen Z's attention this year, with his entry on a white horseback becoming Reel-worthy. "The script is the same, and Gen Z is accepting Ramayana's story the way it is. But instead of saying 'Ravana, it's done bro', the young audiences are telling me, 'Keep doing it bro'," he says.
Having performed in Ramlilas for nearly 12 years, Khann believes his interpretation makes the character relatable. "I don't shout too much, just speak my dialogues loud enough, with arrogance, so people can relate. This is my style of acting. I like to portray characters according to my interpretation. I don't go by the book," he says, moving away from Ravana's stereotypical loud laughter, oversized moustache, and exaggerated makeup.
The actor also reveals that the dramatic horseback entry was his idea. "I wanted everything to go viral as Ravana," he shares....
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