Anupamaa’s Mukul Harish on How Twists Shape His Acting

Mukul Harish, who plays Varun in Rajan Shahi and Deepa Shahi’s Anupamaa under Shahi Productions Pvt Ltd, believes that constant twists are a key part of keeping a long-running show fresh and engaging. According to him, surprises in the storyline are important not only for the audience but also for helping actors stay sharp and involved in their roles.

Talking about how twists impact his performance, Mukul shared, "We constantly try to do everything possible to keep the show interesting for our viewers. These twists definitely add a new pace and energy to my performance—they push you to stay alert, present, and fully invested in every scene."

He explained that sudden turns in the story prevent monotony and give actors a chance to explore different sides of their characters.

In today’s fast-moving world, Mukul feels that storytelling also needs to keep evolving. He pointed out that audiences expect stories to move quickly and stay exciting, which makes sudden narrative changes necessary. He added, "We live in a very fast-paced world today, and sudden narrative changes are important to keep the storyline engaging. As actors, it’s our responsibility to adapt and give our best to the viewers. So I’d say it’s a bit of both—exciting and demanding."

For him, twists bring both excitement and pressure, as they demand constant emotional and mental readiness from an actor.

Adapting to Sudden Changes on Set

When the story takes an unexpected turn, Mukul prefers to keep his approach practical and straightforward. He shared how he handles such situations by saying, "Either you convince me, or I convince you about how and why this is happening.But even if you don’t convince me and want me to do it your way, I’ll still do it—because that’s my job as an actor."

This shows that for Mukul, being professional and committed to the script is more important than personal doubts. Even if a twist feels surprising, he believes it is his duty to make it work on screen.

He also stressed that flexibility is essential in daily television, where stories change quickly. "Adaptability is key when the story keeps evolving at this pace," Mukul said, highlighting how important it is for actors to adjust to new situations and storylines without hesitation.

Why Emotional Twists Matter Most

When asked which type of twist he enjoys the most, Mukul explained that every twist needs strong writing behind it. He said, "Any twist backed by strong storytelling and solid reasoning lands beautifully. But if I really had to pick one, I’d say emotional twists—they connect deeply with both the actor and the audience."

For him, emotional moments create a stronger bond between the character and viewers, making the story more meaningful.

Ending the conversation, Mukul gave a small hint about what lies ahead in Anupamaa. "Varun’s journey is going to be really exciting going forward. Expect drama, love, conspiracies—and a lot more. And most importantly, expect the unexpected," he concluded, leaving fans curious about the twists waiting in the episodes to come.