The actor mentioned since he discovered success with net collection Scam 1992, he has been busy with mainstream work however he’s at all times looking out for good Gujarati films.

“I never left it. It is just that this Gujarati film is coming after almost four years. Now I am getting to work in the mainstream a lot, like web series and Hindi films. So I get very little (time) but I always want to do good and experimental Gujarati films now,” Gandhi instructed PTI in an interview.

In his quick profession, the 42-year-old actor has featured in a number of critically-acclaimed Gujarati films akin to Love Ni Bhavai, Bey Yaar, Wrong Side Raju and Ventilator.

Vaahlam Jaao Ne, which is a family-entertainer, is directed by Hardik Gajjar and Pratik Gandhi mentioned the film gave him the chance to attempt his arms on a situational comedy.

The actor and director have beforehand teamed on two films — Atithi Bhooto Bhava and Bhavai.

“I want to do different stories, stories that are from Gujarati literature. Also, I had never done situational comedy before. In this film, there is immense scope for the character to do this new kind of comedy. It is my ninth or tenth Gujarati film and I always wanted to attempt situational comedy,” he mentioned.

The Surat-born actor mentioned Gujarati cinema makes him really feel snug.

“When you are comfortable with the language and setup, you tend to play even better. It is not only acting, it is about creating something between the lines, something which is beyond written or imagination of directors. So, that can come with the comfort of Gujarati (language).”

In Vaahlam Jaao Ne, which was launched in theatres on Friday, Pratik Gandhi stars as Sumit, a dedication phobic musician. He stars alongside Deeksha Joshi, his co-star from movies Dhunki and Luv Ni Love Storys.

Post Hansal Mehta-directed Scam 1992, Gandhi mentioned he’s cognizant of the fixed strain of dwelling as much as followers’ expectations however he doesn’t let that bathroom him down.

“No doubt ‘Scam’ has become a benchmark of my life. It gave me a different phase of my life. Though I always want to create and recreate similar magic, but I don’t take pressure of it. I want to convert this pressure into excitement and be more enthusiastic about the characters that I do,” the actor mentioned.

Vaahlam Jaao Ne additionally stars Tiku Talsania, Sanjay Garodia, Jayesh More, Ojas Rawal, Kavin Dave, Kinjal Pandya, Binda Rawal, and Pratap Sachdev. It is produced by Backbencher Pictures, Hardik Gajjar Films, and Jio Studios.