Synopsis
Rajiv Khandelwal shares his experience of working on ‘The Secret of the Shiledars’. He reflects on the challenges and excitement of portraying the character Ravi, along with the unique creative vision of director Aditya Sarpotdar. The show combines history and self-discovery in a captivating narrative that will stream on Disney+ Hotstar starting January 31.Key Takeaways
- Rajiv Khandelwal expresses surprise at the depth of his role in the series.
- The show features a unique premise that pushes actors' limits.
- Director Aditya Sarpotdar explores a new genre with this series.
- Sai Tamhankar finds the representation of Maharashtra fulfilling.
- The show is based on the acclaimed novel Pratipashchandra.
Mumbai, Jan 20 (NationPress) Actor Rajiv Khandelwal, who is set to appear in the forthcoming series ‘The Secret of the Shiledars’, mentioned that he was completely unaware of what he was getting into.
Rajeev expressed, “Portraying a character like Ravi has been a remarkable journey for me. It’s a paradox that, even though I knew what I was stepping into, I truly had no clue. From the very start of filming, I sensed that we might create something extraordinary under the adept direction of Aditya.
“And indeed, we did. With The Secret of the Shiledars, he has explored an entirely new and captivating genre, highlighting his exceptional creative vision.”
Rajeev’s character Ravi embarks on a journey to discover hidden truths and unravel his real identity, which proves to be quite challenging.
Produced by Nitin Vaidya under the banner of Dashami Creations LLP, with Aditya Sarpotdar serving as the showrunner and director, the series draws inspiration from the renowned Marathi novel Pratipashchandra.
He added: “The unique premise of the show motivated me to push my boundaries as an actor, and collaborating with Sai, Ashish sir, and the entire cast and crew made the experience incredibly fulfilling. I am eager for the audience to see what we have created. I hope they enjoy this exhilarating ride as much as we did during its creation.”
Actress Sai Tamhankar remarked that being part of such an enriching show that challenges you at every turn and enhances your skills as an artist is genuinely what an actor yearns for.
“With The Secret of the Shiledars, I’m thrilled to have given it my all. As someone from the heart of Maharashtra, witnessing it represented so authentically on-screen is profoundly satisfying. I believe this narrative will engage viewers until the very last moment.”
“Sharing the screen with legends like Rajeev, known for his remarkable body of work, was truly motivating. I am excited to hear the audience’s feedback.”
The showrunner and director, Aditya Sarpotdar, stated, “As a Maharashtrian, The Secret of the Shiledars holds a special place in my heart. It’s my tribute to the bravery and sacrifices of the Maratha Shiledars. The novel Pratipashchandra by Dr. Prakash Koyade has been a long-time favorite of mine.”
According to producer Nitin Vaidya, with The Secret of the Shiledars, they have woven together history, self-discovery, and unexpected twists in a captivating storyline set in the contemporary world.
The Secret of the Shiledars will premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on January 31.
