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Naseeruddin Shah, celebrated for his versatility and talent, turns 74 on July 20, 2024. As he ages, he continues to grow wiser and more skilled. To celebrate his birthday, let’s look back at a special moment from his autobiography. It describes a memorable date he had with his wife, Ratna Pathak Shah, during their courtship, which became a cherished memory.
In his autobiography ‘And Then One Day,’ Naseeruddin recounts various aspects of his early life, including a particularly intriguing story from his courtship with Ratna. They went to a fancy restaurant for a dinner date that offered two menus: one with prices for men and one without prices for women.
They mistakenly received the wrong menus. Ratna tried to signal Naseer discreetly, but he kept ordering multiple dishes. When the waiter came to finalize the order, Ratna informed him of the mix-up. They nervously counted their money, which amounted to just Rs 400.
In an interview with Loksatta Gappa, The Wednesday actor spoke openly about method acting, his craft, and the future of the entertainment industry. He highlighted that the depth of his performances was evident from his early roles in films like Nishant and Manthan and remains visible in later works such as ‘Dedh Ishqiya’ and ‘Waiting’.
Shah dismissed the common belief that ‘method acting’ severely impacts actors’ personal lives, suggesting such claims are often exaggerated.
He explained that actors need to maintain a distance from their characters to safeguard their mental health, as taking on diverse roles can be mentally and physically demanding. ‘The Mangal Singh’ actor also commented that in India, the ability to cry on screen is often mistaken for exceptional acting.
In his autobiography ‘And Then One Day,’ Naseeruddin recounts various aspects of his early life, including a particularly intriguing story from his courtship with Ratna. They went to a fancy restaurant for a dinner date that offered two menus: one with prices for men and one without prices for women.
They mistakenly received the wrong menus. Ratna tried to signal Naseer discreetly, but he kept ordering multiple dishes. When the waiter came to finalize the order, Ratna informed him of the mix-up. They nervously counted their money, which amounted to just Rs 400.
In an interview with Loksatta Gappa, The Wednesday actor spoke openly about method acting, his craft, and the future of the entertainment industry. He highlighted that the depth of his performances was evident from his early roles in films like Nishant and Manthan and remains visible in later works such as ‘Dedh Ishqiya’ and ‘Waiting’.
Shah dismissed the common belief that ‘method acting’ severely impacts actors’ personal lives, suggesting such claims are often exaggerated.
He explained that actors need to maintain a distance from their characters to safeguard their mental health, as taking on diverse roles can be mentally and physically demanding. ‘The Mangal Singh’ actor also commented that in India, the ability to cry on screen is often mistaken for exceptional acting.
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