Jay Soni: I've smoked for the first time on screen, in Backpack!

The handsome actor Jay Soni is soon adding another feather to his cap, given that the hunk just completed shooting for a short film. When asked why he decided to do the film, Jay revealed, "I agreed to do the film because the concept was quite interesting. It is a French project and I liked the character I was offered. Also, short films give you freedom, which you do not get on television."

Talking more about his character, Jay says, "In Backpack, I am playing the character of a singer and a musician who is not successful in life. However, he is very keen and determined that one day, he will be successful."

And, while the film will be shown digitally, Jay says he is optimistic about the medium, given the freedom it allows." There is more scope with web content because there are no restrictions. My character in this web series is a smoker, and this will be the first time I am shown smoking on screen," Jay said. 

Interestingly, his neighbor and friend, actor Kunal Thakur is also a part of the film. Jay says, "Kunal Thakkur is a very good friend of mine, who is also my neighbour. He did great work in Backpack and handled the production very well."

It seems that playing a character in Backpack has changed Jay's emotions considering he now wants to play a different role on TV the next time. "I'm actually on the lookout for a character who is spoilt and misbehaves. Basically, I want to play a spoilt brat," he said playfully.

Well, we're sure you'll do a fab job with it, Jay!