Overview
- Ali Fazal says roles such as his Guddu Pandit in Mirzapur and Richa Chadha’s Bholi Punjaban from Fukrey have gone beyond their shows to become part of popular culture.
- He says he and Chadha pick projects based on strong, challenging characters rather than trying to fit a fixed image.
- Fazal highlights a shared understanding with Chadha about taking risks, being patient, and honouring the creative process in an unpredictable film and streaming industry.
- Both actors continue to balance mainstream work with unconventional projects as a deliberate strategy to build long‑term relevance rather than chase short‑lived success.
- The coverage places these remarks in the wider trend of Indian film and streaming actors using memorable character work to generate lasting fan engagement and cultural reach.