Manoj Bajpayee credits OTT platforms for 'space to experiment'
What's the story
Acclaimed actor Manoj Bajpayee recently opened up about his experiences with OTT platforms in an interview with Zoom. He said that these platforms have allowed him "a lot of space to experiment" and reach a wider audience. "It has taken me to the littlest of the audience, whom I have never even thought for a littlest of a second that there is an audience that I need to address," he said.
Unexpected success
Bajpayee's unexpected reach through 'The Family Man'
Bajpayee also spoke about how his role in The Family Man unexpectedly brought him closer to families and children. "Family Man has accidentally taken me to each and every family and to all those children." He recounted an incident in Kerala where he was approached by many people, including children, who recognized him from the show. "When I see them at the airport, they are coming, talking to me as if they know me for years."
Gratitude expressed
Bajpayee's gratitude toward OTT platforms and new actors
Bajpayee expressed his gratitude toward the opportunities given by OTT platforms. He said, "All of us have benefited quite a lot, including Prime Video. Many of the new actors have got a lot of mileage and they've got a career." "OTT space has given me quite a lot of space to experiment, to explore my ability, and I use it to my advantage." Meanwhile, The Family Man Season 3 will be available to stream on Prime Video from Friday.