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Mumbai:

When he was beginning out within the ’90s, actor-comic Sunil Grover says he needed acknowledgement from the movie trade. The humorous man behind common TV characters like Gutthi and Dr Mashoor Gulati now merely goals to excel at his job.

The 46-year-old actor, additionally identified for movies reminiscent of Jawan, Baaghi, Pataakha, and Pyar To Hona Hi Tha, mentioned he’s keen about determining the psyche of the folks he performs on display.

“Initially, I wanted acknowledgement from people. Then, I wanted more people to know and love me and my work. My desire now is to excel at what I do, play different characters, and be part of beautiful stories. I hope I’ll keep getting those chances.

“I find comfort in understanding someone else and getting into their mindset. That’s my passion. Irrespective of whether I get it right or wrong, or whether I was good or bad… But to understand and live that character is what I love doing the most,” Grover told PTI in an interview here.

The Sirsa-born actor, who attained popularity with comedy TV shows such as Comedy Circus, Comedy Nights with Kapil, and The Kapil Sharma Show, called himself “an entertainer” who is in love with acting.

“I wish to play totally different characters. My curiosity is to convey out human behaviour on display… I discover solace in performing. Other issues (referring to fame and size of roles) are its byproducts,” he added.

Grover, who holds a master’s degree in theatre from Panjab University, was discovered during his college days by the late satirist and comedian Jaspal Bhatti.

“I used to be very glad doing theatre. I had no want to do TV or movies. If we had a repertory firm in Chandigarh after I completed my masters in theatre, then I’d have continued there, however it did not work out.” His newest work is the second season of “Sunflower”, presently streaming on ZEE5. It is directed by Navin Gujral and created by Vikas Bahl.

Grover mentioned he’s grateful to the makers of the eight-episode collection for casting him in his first lead position.

“When people show faith in you as an actor, like ZEE5 and the makers did, the credit should go to them. I had not played a central character before but they had trust in me and then the show worked as well. So, this made me and even others feel confident. I want to keep working. I have faith in myself and it felt good that they liked it,” he additional mentioned.

Grover mentioned he rewatched the present’s first season to get in contact together with his character Sonu Singh, who’s humorous and mysterious in equal measure.

The actor is subsequent set to reunite with comic Kapil Sharma on the upcoming Netflix collection The Great Indian Kapil Show.

“We are coming together to entertain people. It is too early to talk about the format or the characters. I’m going to enjoy it,” mentioned the actor, who grew to become a family identify by means of fan-favourite elements like Dr Mashoor Gulati, Gutthi, and Rinku Devi on “The Kapil Sharma Show”.

The actor additionally mentioned he has began prioritising his well being after present process bypass surgical procedure in 2022.

“There are certain things that happen in your life due to destiny. (Things) you have to face. I embrace that reality. By God’s grace, I’m feeling better. I want to tell everyone to take care of their health. Health is wealth and you realise this only when something happens (to you),” he added.

Sunflower is produced by Reliance Entertainment and Cinergy in affiliation with A Good Co. Production. The second season additionally stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Ranvir Shorey, Mukul Chaddha, Girish Kulkarni, and Adah Sharma, who’s the brand new addition to the solid.