Exclusive interview | Jim Sarbh talks about Emmy-nominated Rocket Boys, his trajectory in Bollywood, starring roles, and more – Entertainment News

Welcome to our exclusive interview with the charismatic and extremely talented Bollywood actor Jim Sarbh. As he graces the world stage with his remarkable contributions to the world of entertainment, we delve into the excitement surrounding his recent Emmy nomination. From his mesmerizing performances to his mesmerizing presence, Jim has carved a unique niche for himself in the film industry. Explore the complexities of his journey, the challenges he overcame, and the artistry that propelled him to international acclaim.

In this candid conversation, Jim Serb shares his experiences, aspirations, and the profound impact of his craft on the world of film. Excerpt from the interview:

Congratulations on your Emmy nomination for “Rocket Boys.” I’m sure you’re on a cloud. But tell me… Did you ever think that a kid who started his career in 2014 would ever reach this point?

I think my career started long before Shuruaat Ka Interval. Officially, it started with a play called “Ice Glen” in Atlanta. I had just graduated from college and it was my first properly paid acting job. I don’t think the boy at Ice Glen could have imagined exactly this kind of career trajectory, but he believed he would still be acting 15 years later. He was full of the cocky confidence of a young man. He considers ‘Neerja’ to be his first film (‘Shuruaat Ka Interval’ made me laugh). Although he is only seven years into his film journey, he believes this is just the beginning.

How did you hear about the nomination? What were you doing at that time? Also, what kind of reaction did you get? Live in the moment…

I was drenched from a sweaty basketball game and then riding my bike home in the rain. While I was taking a shower, Abhay Panu sent me a message (he was on set so I couldn’t call him). Nikkhil Advani called me twice and told me the news over the phone. To be honest, my first reaction was confusion and embarrassment. Because we had completely forgotten that we had applied and had no idea that it would be announced on the 26th. When I heard the news, I was running (an hour) late to see Dirty Harry with my Parsi neighbor Virav Patel (what a Parsi idiot!), so I rushed apologetically. I stood up and tried to ignore all the calls. It was not successful. I guess I’ll have to watch Dirty Harry again, or maybe Akela? Or maybe Ardh Satya, the best film about disillusionment with the system. Anyway, that’s off topic. The initial awkwardness quickly turned to excitement.

From Ram Madhvani to Sanjay Leela Bhansali to Zoya Akhtar to Neeraj Ghaiwan, you have worked with some of the directors you have worked with. Did it take you a while to adapt to the different rhythms? ?

I enjoy working with different directors and different rhythms. Because when you follow their process, you tap into different things within yourself and learn new things about what works within their particular film world. Each of these extremely talented directors has their own ideas about “good acting,” and while there is a lot of overlap in their definitions, some are unique to their respective styles. Mr. Bhansali, for example, prefers a classic acting style, stillness, gravity, and slightly set pitch, but especially if he can achieve it with a little mischief, a twinkle in his eye, a little turn. I’m excited. Ram Madhvani loves characters that seem to fall within the bounds of natural and realistic acting, but still manage to be dramatic and surprising with his acting style.

Commitment to their definition and style means you fit into their cinematic world, while also offering an approach you can add to your backpack of tricks.

Jim, how did it all start? When did you realize you wanted to be an actor? Do you remember your first audition?

I was obsessed with television. I could see anything. I think everything flowed from there. There were no new moments. There just wasn’t anything else that caught my attention in the same way. To tell a story, to tell a story, to participate in the telling of a story, to live a hundred lives at once, to be an observer like a sponge, to seek attention, to be a vessel for something bigger than yourself… .

I think my first audition was an ad for Hero Cycles. I got the part. “Why do I always have to win? Hero Cycles Y Generation Bikes.” Something like that. It’s good to remember that advertising taglines are always silly. Why do we always have to win? I’m happy.

You played real-life characters like Padmaavat, Sanju, Neerja, Rocket Boys and essayed real-life stories. Please tell me something about that.

I believe that truth is stranger than fiction. There is a treasure trove of fascinating Indian stories out there. A true story that we can all draw inspiration from. I’m glad that filmmakers are allowing themselves to mine these depths and spread these stories even wider through their craft.

What if you could meet Homi J. Baba and ask him something?

I don’t want to. I would like to sit at a table near him and quietly observe him without him noticing. I want to take a peek into his private life. I don’t want to put pressure on myself to interact with someone I respect so much. I would be a mess.

I recently met Luca Guadagnino. I know how it feels when people come up to me and say they admire my work, and I smile and nod. Sometimes they say something so touching that I try to hide my embarrassment and smile or nod, tongue in cheek. When I was younger, I would have gone up to him and said, “I love your work.” everything you do. All your love stories are horror movies, so it’s no wonder your favorite movie genre is horror. The horror of love. The pain of love and an incredibly close bond. Have you read “Love in the Time of Cholera”? Your work reminds me of the spirit of that book. A love-sick person is indistinguishable from someone suffering from cholera. I’m an actor. I would like to appear in one of your movies. I might even rip off your arm to be in your movie. ”

Instead, all I could do was collect, because I was old, tired, and worn out by the world and by it. “I love your job.” He smiled and nodded.

How do you look back on your journey so far? What kept you going?

It doesn’t really matter if someone said something or not. What kept me going was a new job offer. In other words, stay one step ahead. A new project to work on. A new character to try to develop. A new script to unravel. A set of new people to interact with. Work moves you forward. As soon as you take a step forward, the mountains will come right behind you.

How important is it to you to play a leading role? Or do you think we should value the characters?

Lead is great, especially since we’re obsessed with lead. If only we were more into storytelling itself. If you were focused on storytelling, phrases like “scene stealer” and “character actor” wouldn’t exist. Everyone will be needed and important to focus on telling the story in the best possible way. But glory is a difficult master, so we concentrate on glory and fame, not on storytelling. Therefore, respect primarily flows to the leads, they are mounted as the most important aspect of the film, encouraged to shine on set and in the editing, and those around them are used as props to ensure that.

I hope that one day a group drama will be valued as much as a superstar movie because the story is superstar.

What are your criteria for saying yes to a movie or series?

Script, director, producer, characters. The order changes depending on the size and specificity of the project.

At this stage in your career, you can probably afford just about everything. I would like to know if you are still waiting for the discount or looking at the price tag. How do you manage your finances?

I can’t afford almost everything. My parents, who received an incredible upbringing and education, believed that enough was enough (lol). So I was financially independent since college. The first few years of doing theater were tough, but now I enjoy financial security and independence. I think this is important. I really enjoy the autonomy of being able to fly anywhere I want and start a small passion project.

I don’t necessarily wait for discounts, but I do check the price tag. If you want something expensive, buy it and tighten your purse until you get that money back again.

I am a regular investor and plan to continue investing in the future.

What’s next?

Well, I just started a YouTube channel in preparation for a passion project that Zoya Hussain and I have been working on for a while. I can’t go into any more detail, but if you’re reading this, please subscribe to my channel on YouTube. Because we want the episode to reach as many people as possible when it comes out in December.