The Muslim culture is much richer than what is showcased these days in Indian television drama series," says a renowned Bollywood and Television actor Aasif Sheikh.
May it be the flirty boss in Yes Boss comedy drama on Sab TV, or may it be funny and funky villain of Jab Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya, Aasif is known for his various memorable roles on silver screen. Recently, Aasif is seen in a daily soap 'Tum Saath Ho Jab Apne' telecasted on Sony Pal. The series is based on dreams of a girl and based on Muslim background. Notably, Aasif is playing a grey shade in the series.
While in a candid talk with The Pioneer Aasif shared his viewpoints about the muslim culture showcased in today's television series and what it is actually in reality. He also talked about his first ever grey shade role on television screen and the reaction of
his fans.
"I really feel disheartened when people draw a mis-concept about muslim culture through one of the most vast medium i.e. television. ladies in loud make-up conspiring murders and what not. Moreover, the reality and purity which is the life of Muslim families is not portrayed in these series. It is all about simplicity and through my new show we are narrating a motivational story through simplicity and purity," said Aasif. He further said, "Our show Tum Saath Ho Jab Apne is no doubt based on Muslim background but, it is very much Indian. Yes, the Pakistani serials are doing pretty well in Indian television industry, but we are not competing with them. It is just we are narrating a story with a meaningful message," he added.
As he talked about his role, he said, "Well my character in this series is a bit grey. Being the head of a conservative muslim family, my character is strict and wants the women of his family not to make any decisions. He remains aloof from his dead brother's daughter who wants to be a tennis player and so he does not allow her to follow her dreams. Majorly my character is the only hurdle in her way to dreams in the family."
As Aasif commented over the over-rated serials these days, he said, "The factual thing is that the television industry is losing its soul. The backbone of Indian television industry Hum log that featured India's most top actors was actually about real story telling. But, what is shown now on television is totally not appropriate." Aasif signed off saying, "It is important for people to understand that what is a story narration in television and what is a way to earn TRPs."