Parmeet Sethi, who is known for his iconic role as the antagonist in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, recently spoke about the challenges he faced in his film career, including being replaced in projects. due to lead actors’ insecurities. In a recent interview, Sethi reflected on lost opportunities and the lessons he learned along the way.Speaking to Pinkvilla, Sethi revealed, “I won’t lie. There were two films where I said ‘thank you very much’ after casting the main villain, because the hero said that I Will overpower. He is taller than me, what must have happened.”He added, “I won’t name the heroes, but do films where I remember, where I was told that sir, it’s not working out. So there are insecurities, whatever happens, there are. I don’t blame anyone. Everyone is trying to manage their career.”
Being selective costs him visibility
Sethi explained that being selective about his roles affected his presence in Bollywood. “I did not like the roles in films, that is why I did less films. By doing less films that means being a little out of sight, out of mind. So I did less films. Let’s meet again,” he said.
Television helped rebuild his career
While his film career didn’t fully take off, television became a platform to re-establish himself. “What should have been a full-fledged career was that of films. Then I went back to TV and again I had to rebuild myself as a lead. Because there is also a time when you move, then It is difficult for us to re-establish,” he explained.He added, “I thought TV is not for me, so I went for films then I came back to TV, eat humble pie. I realized that TV is capable and films are not capable. That’s when I said that now I will do both. No matter what you want, it is happening.”
TV as a launchpad for stars
Highlighting the importance of television, Sethi noted, “When you look at it, Shahrukh bhi TV se nila hain, Archana bhi TV se nila hain, Ayushmann Khurrana bhi TV se nila hain, Vikrant Massey too.”
Life lessons and perspective
Reflecting on his journey, Sethi said, “Life is teaching you lessons. The sooner you learn those lessons, the better you can move forward. When life is telling you something, this is where you go. If you work hard, you will enjoy your life even after 5 years.”Calling life a “joy ride,” he added, “Don’t take it too seriously. Ultimately sab jaane wale hain. Jitna aap ye ride karoge, jo bhi aapka phase hain life ka, I think you’ll be the the most successful human being than any other person.”
