Pankaj Tripathi dishes on Kaleen Bhaiya: “Turns out, he’s actually pretty…” : Bollywood Goss

Greetings, fellow Bollywood lovers! It’s your ever-watchful, ever-snarky Bollywood Newshound Nisha, back with another dose of Bollywood drama and intrigue! Buckle up for a wild ride!

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Well, well, well, if it isn’t our very own Pankaj Tripathi, serving us yet another slice of his iconic Kaleen Bhaiya from "Mirzapur." For those who’ve been living under a rock, the third season of this Amazon Prime series is making waves, and guess who’s riding that wave like a pro surfer? Yep, Tripathi himself.

Let’s dive into the juicy bits, shall we?

A Don with a Difference

Oh, Kaleen Bhaiya, you sly dog! Tripathi spills the beans on why this character is a total game-changer. “He’s not your typical power-hungry, aggressive don,” says Tripathi. “Strip away his questionable profession, and he’s just a decent chap. Relatable, even.” Oh really, Pankaj? A don who’s relatable? That’s like finding a unicorn in Andheri!

Tripathi goes on, “Kaleen Bhaiya is actually quite graceful. He respects everyone—well, except his wife. But hey, that’s society for you, right?” Ah, the classic Bollywood husband trope. Respect for all but the missus. 🙄

The Relatability Factor

Our man Tripathi is known for his down-to-earth demeanor, both on and off the screen. He emphasizes the importance of being relatable. “In films, we are just actors. But in real life, we’re both the actor and the director. If we misdirect, we become someone else,” he philosophizes. Deep, Pankaj, very deep. 🧘‍♂️

A Blast from Hindu College

To hammer home his point, Tripathi recounts a quirky incident from his Hindu College days. A girl once told him, “Aap aise lagte ho ke mere chacha ho.” Tripathi, ever the quick-witted, responded, “Main toh tumse pehli baar mil raha hoon aaj. Phir chacha kaise lagta hoon?” Classic! This just goes to show how his relatable personas leave a lasting impression on the audience.

Striking the Perfect Balance

Tripathi warns that relatability alone isn’t enough. “If people think they’ve seen this relatable character a million times, they won’t bother watching it on screen. They’ll be like, ‘Seen it, done that.’” So, what’s the trick? A dash of uniqueness to keep things spicy. And guess what? Tripathi nails it every single time.

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Nisha’s Nutshell

Moral of the Story: In Bollywood, being relatable is cool, but throw in some flair, and you’ve got a blockbuster. Also, if you’re a don, just remember: respect everyone…except the wife. Because why not add a dash of patriarchy to the mix, right? 🙄

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