Not just the big screen: Actors are exploring multiple mediums in the digital age
There was a time when all actors - aspiring and established - would mainly aim for the big screen or to have a strong presence on television. Cinema and television were the two mediums through which audiences got a taste of their favorite performers. That’s far from the case today!
In the modern world, entertainment platforms have expanded beyond TV and cinema to welcome web series, audio shows and many other options for entertainment. This has not only given new mediums to audiences to consume, but also allowed actors to explore new avenues of storytelling. Here are some well known names who have dabbled in multiple formats of entertainment:
Shantanu Maheshwari
The chocolate boy who began his career in television, is well known for his dance moves and acting chops. Shantanu has not only featured in drama soaps such as Dil Dosti Dance, but also many well known reality series. On the big screen, nobody can ever forget his poignant performance as Alia Bhatt’s love interest in Gangubai Kathiawadi. He has also starred in many well known shows in the OTT space including Medically Yourrs and Campus Beats.
Sumbul Touqeer
If you’ve seen Kavya – Ek Jazbaa, Ek Junoon on TV, you are well acquainted with the acting talent of Sumbul Touqeer, who rose to fame with Bigg Boss. The gifted performer is an established name in the television industry, and has also featured in critically acclaimed films such as Article 15. However, in her latest stint with Pocket FM, she was seen in the promo of the popular audio series, Devil Se Shaadi. Sumbul garnered a lot of positive attention from fans for her portrayal as Ishqi in the blockbuster audio drama.
Nyrraa M Banerjee
Starting her career down South with many hit films like Aa Okkadu and Temper, Nyrraa transitioned into television by featuring in many memorable shows like Excuse Me Maadam and Fear Factor 13. The actress recently acted in the much talked-about promo of the hit audio series Insta Empire on Pocket FM. Starring opposite Nishant Malkaani, the dynamic duo created quite the stir for their dazzling chemistry.
Avneet Kaur
May it be the big screen, digital world or television, Avneet is a frequent face in most mediums of entertainment. Her very first role in the television show Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga fetched her the Gold Award for Debut in a Lead Role. Playing important characters in films like Mardaani and Qarib Qarib Singlle, she has also featured in acclaimed web series like Bandish Bandits.
Aly Goni
Aly is well known for his role in TV’s Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, but the actor has also made appearances in leading reality shows such as Splitsvilla and Dance Plus. He has also been a part of many viral music videos like Tera Suit and Tu Phone. Last but not the least, Aly’s latest tryst is with the blockbuster audio series Secret Ameerzada on Pocket FM. The actor, who starred in the promo as Ahan Raizada, expressed his opinion that the format of audio series offer a refreshing change for the audience as an entertainment platform and is only here to grow further.
Pooja Gor
Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya’s Pooja Gor has been a household name in the television circuit, but she expanded her horizons with her big screen debut in Kedarnath. The actress also became a viral entity on mobile screens all over with her funny skits on YouTube’s Shitty Ideas Trending. She gained even more popularity after starring opposite Dulquer Salman in Raj & DK’s Gunsand Gulaabs. One of latest experiments was when she turned narrator for popular audio series - 'Insta Millionaire', 'Devil Se Shaadi', 'Secret Ameerzada' and 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha To' on Pocket FM.
Rithvik Dhanjani
Rithvik Dhanjani has effortlessly moved between different areas of entertainment. He first gained fame with his role in the TV series "Pavitra Rishta" and later dazzled audiences in "Nach Baliye." Besides acting, Rithvik has showcased his singing talents and starred in multiple web series on various OTT platforms. His versatility and talent have made him a standout in the entertainment industry.
Nishant Malkani
The Dubai born actor’s first role was in television’s hit rom com show Miley Jab Hum Tum. After cementing his name in the TV industry, Nishant also starred in films such as Horror Storyand Bezubaan Ishq. He was also a part of the digital world with web series like Ragini MMS and Plot 1 by 2. Not limiting his talents to just the medium of video, Nishant has also featured in viral audio shows such as Insta Empire.
The digital era has truly unlocked every actor’s talents and potential. What other mediums would you like your favorite actors to feature in?
