Actor Abraam Pandey has been getting lots of attention for his role as SKY – a military officer, in Priyanka Chahar Choudhary-led Naagin 7. Even in a show filled with supernatural twists and over-the-top drama, his calm but strong presence as a military officer has stood out. During an exclusive interaction with Bollywood Bubble, Abraam opened up about his character, why he said yes to the show and whether not being the fundamental lead ever bothered him. Read on to know all he needed to share.
Abraam Pandey: Being Part Of Naagin 7 Was Never About Screen Position
Talking about whether not being the fundamental lead bothered him, the actor made it clear that his decision was never driven by screen space but by the strength of the story. He said, “The choice was never about screen position, it was in regards to the narrative.” He further noted that a show like Naagin 7 is built on “full-on drama, shifting forces and supernatural elements.”
Abraam further explained that his character enters this chaotic world with a way of order saying, “As a military officer, he represents order against chaos. That itself carries authority.” Abraam also admitted that he was fully aware that he wasn’t coming in because the fundamental lead. “No person can enter a running show as a lead. I used to be very clear about it.”
Talking about what convinced him to say yes to the project, Pandey said it was the importance of the role within the larger storyline. He revealed, “After I understood that this character is crucial and can play a giant part within the climax and chaos, I said yes.” Opening about how he chooses roles, the actor shared that he follows three key aspects – narrative, screen impact, and perception. He explained, “After I heard it’s a military officer, I knew the character would protect, counter, and ground the story. That was vital for me.”
Abraam: Rejecting A Role Only Because It’s Not The Foremost Lead Is Stupidity
Abraam Pandey also identified that his role has already made a mark. Referring to a recent episode, he said, “The eighth March episode was largely about my character. After watching it, I felt it was a great decision.” Abraam further stated that he believes roles in uniform include a natural respect and require a certain restraint in performance. He said, “Army officers don’t depend on an excessive amount of emotional drama. They carry conviction, and audiences notice that.”
Ending on a powerful note, the actor dismissed the thought of rejecting roles simply because they will not be tagged as lead. “Rejecting a job only since it’s not the fundamental lead is stupidity. What matters is the impact,” he concluded.
Along with his growing presence in Naagin 7, Abraam Pandey is clearly proving that a powerful character can leave a long-lasting impression, no matter screen time.
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With nearly 10 years of experience, Grinell Esther Jacinto is the Desk Head of Bollywood Bubble. Her interests lie in every little thing that’s kaleshi and she or he likes to dig deeper into the lives of B-town actors. She has an issue though – she loves horror movies but can have chills the minute the theatres lights dims. She’s previously worked with Koimoi, UrbanAsian and SpotboyE.