Gulshan Devaiah, known for his roles in films like Hate Story and Hunterrr, recently shared his thoughts on filming intimate scenes, describing them as “boring.” Devaiah is not just appreciated for his acting talent but also for his candid and honest nature.
Insights from a Reddit AMA
As he gears up for the release of his upcoming film Ulajh, Devaiah participated in an AMA (Ask Me Anything) session with Reddit fans on July 16. During this session, he was asked about his experiences with onscreen intimacy.
“Intimate Scenes Are Boring”
Reflecting on his early career, Devaiah mentioned that shooting intimate scenes was not as thrilling as one might think. “It was very boring and is still boring. Only you people enjoy watching it,” he humorously remarked.
Confidence in Progressive Stories
Devaiah received widespread acclaim for his role in the 2022 film Badhaai Do, which told an LGBTQIA+ story in a progressive manner. When a fan asked if he thought such films might harm his career or pave the way for more inclusive stories, Devaiah expressed his confidence. He stated that he never worried about it hurting his career and believed that more films like this would be made in the future. “A love story is a love story,” he said simply.
A Dream Role in Andhadhun
When asked about a film he would like to have been part of, Devaiah mentioned the 2018 crime comedy Andhadhun. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, this critically and commercially successful film starred Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu, and Radhika Apte.
Gulshan Devaiah’s Career Highlights
Gulshan Devaiah has made a mark with his performances in various films including Hate Story, Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela, Hunterrr, A Death In The Gunj, Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota, Ghost Stories, Unpaused, and Badhaai Do. He was last seen in Disney+ Hotstar’s web series Bad Cop alongside Anurag Kashyap.
Upcoming Project: Ulajh
Currently, Devaiah is excited about his upcoming film Ulajh. Directed by Sudhanshu Saria, the film also stars Janhvi Kapoor, Roshan Mathew, and Adil Hussain. Ulajh is set to release on August 2, 2024.
Gulshan Devaiah continues to charm his fans with his honesty and dedication to diverse and challenging roles in the film industry.
