Behind the Scenes of Stardom | Arif Zakaria, Actor
- Arif is an actor.
- He has acted in Darmiyaan, 1947: Earth, Raazi, Haunted-3D, and Freedom at Midnight.
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Overview
In this compelling episode of The Brand Called You, veteran actor Arif Zakaria shares his incredible journey from theater to television, Bollywood, and OTT. With iconic performances in Darmiyaan, 1947: Earth, Raazi, Haunted-3D, and Freedom at Midnight, Zakaria shares insights, experiences, and the evolution of Indian entertainment
00:49- About Arif Zakaria
- Arif is an actor.
- He has acted in Darmiyaan, 1947: Earth, Raazi, Haunted-3D, and Freedom at Midnight.
03:31- What were some of the challenges in Indian television during the period of 90s?
- Lack of organization and chaotic production processes.
- Absence of a governing body to regulate projects and productions.
- Scripts were not ready on time, leading to delays and inefficiencies.
17:45- How did you balance the authenticity and creative interpretation while portraying real-life characters in Freedom at Midnight?
- Researched extensively, reading the book and watching videos to understand the character’s physicality and personality.
- Collaborated with the creative team, attending workshops and refining the portrayal through discussions and script analysis.
- Focused on details like speech, mannerisms, and even challenges like smoking on-screen to enhance authenticity.
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- Arif is an actor.
- He has acted in Darmiyaan, 1947: Earth, Raazi, Haunted-3D, and Freedom at Midnight.
