A prominent figure in television, Tarun Khanna, discussed whether he feels pigeonholed in the role of Lord Mahadev. He mentioned that he deliberately selects such roles, acknowledging that he has indeed been typecast. Tarun emphasized the strength of the character of Mahadev, stating that it is challenging to find a character more potent.
When questioned about rejecting the role of Indra in Shiv Shakti initially, Tarun explained that personal connections, professional obligations, and his relationship with the production house influenced his decision. Despite eventually accepting the role, he found it hard to relate to Indra after portraying Mahadev.
In his conversation, Tarun expressed his thoughts on mythological shows heavily relying on costumes and visual effects. He highlighted the importance of emotional depth over visual effects, stating that portraying the same character repeatedly signifies doing justice to the role. Tarun concluded that playing Mahadev is not just about the costume but about embodying a divine character with sincerity.
