Khuman on Meenakshi Sundareshwar: The character didn’t represent a stereotype version of a Northeastern guy

North Eastern actor Khuman Nongyai has made his debut with Abhimanyu Dassani and Sanya Malhotra's Netflix movie 'Meenakshi Sundareshwar'. The movie has opened up to a decent response and it is the performances that have been hailed by all. Khuman, who hails from Assam, has always aspired to become an actor. India Forums got in touch with him where he spoke about the role, the feedback, and some more.

Talking about his role in the movie, Khuman says, "I am playing the character of  Diganta, a friend of Sundareshwar (played by Abhimanyu). It's an amazing character and I related to it as well. It's not a stereotypical North eastern guy which is the most important thing. So I loved the character."

Further, on being asked about his decision of taking up the role, he says, "The character that was written had elements of a typical Assam boy but at the same time, it didn’t represent a stereotype version of a northeastern guy. I loved that part of the character in the script. So I gave my best in the audition and few weeks, later I was informed that I got the role. I was super happy to have received the role."

Lastly, sharing about the feedback he has been receiving for his debut film, Khuman shares, "I have been receiving amazing responses for the film. I feel blessed to have received such immense love from the audience and I hope to keep entertaining the audience in future like the same."