Veteran actor Mukesh Khanna has sparked a debate after criticizing male actors who dress up as women in television shows. The actor, known for his role as Shaktimaan, expressed his disapproval of such portrayals, stating that they were “awkward” and inappropriate.
Mukesh Khanna SLAMS the concept of male actors dressing as women on TV shows, Ali Asgar DEFENDS
Mukesh Khanna Questions Male Actors Dressing Up As Woman
Khanna’s comments were directed at actor Ali Asgar, famous for his iconic character of ‘Dadi’ in The Kapil Sharma Show. In a recent chat show, the two actors engaged in a spirited discussion about the portrayal of women by male actors.
Ali Asgar Defends The Concept
While Khanna maintained his stance, Ali defended the concept, explaining that the character was created to entertain audiences and that using a male actor provided creative flexibility. He said, “It’s your personal opinion. So, I can’t say anything. People always ask why they make a boy into a girl. The reason for it, from my understanding, is that nobody’s dadi (grandmother) will be like me. She wouldn’t be that energetic.”
Ali also highlighted practical considerations, such as late-night shooting schedules, for casting a male actor. Khanna, however, was unconvinced, arguing that actresses are equally capable of working late hours. Continuing the conversation, Ali asserted, “When we make a boy into a woman, we can take a lot of creative liberty and do a lot of masti. Since the character is not original, there is nothing to get offended about.”
Ali Asgar’s portrayal of ‘Dadi’ has been a significant part of the success of The Kapil Sharma Show. The character has garnered immense popularity and has become a household name. However, the recent exchange of views between Khanna and Asgar has brought the topic of male actors dressing as women back into the spotlight.
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