Ronit-Balaji:Made for each other

Ronit Roy has gained quite a reputation for fitting comfortably into the shoes (and the roles) of many an actor, but Ronit isn't complaining.After having become somewhat of a national icon with his portrayal of Mihir in KSBKBT ( a role that came to him after Amarr Upadhyay and Inder Kumar had played it) the Bengali actor can now be seen as the patriarch Inder Shah in Kayamath ahere he into the space vacated by Mohnish Behl.
So is Ronit the lucky charm for Ektaa Kapoor and Balaji Telefilms?
"well i think Balaji has been lucky for me instead of the other way round,"smiles the popular actor. "The character in Kayamath was initiall supposed to die and Mohnish had alloted his dates accordingly.However, the track changed and the role got an extension. Since Mohnish had prior commitments he could not continue and i stepped in," elaborates Ronit.
With the role of Inder Shah only being extended for about 15 odd episodes, didn't a seasoned actor like Ronit have any apprehensions regaeding taking it up? "It is not only the length of the role that matters …My role in Kayamth is a good and strong one. Most importantly, I can never say no to Balaji and Ektaa. Balaji is like family to me. They gave me work when no one else was willing to look at me. That's the least I can do for them," says an emotional Ronit.
The man who made his bollywood debut with the surprise hit Jaan Tere Naam is one of the most sought actors on the Telly today with Mihir in KSBKBT and Rishab Bajaj in KZK having pole-vaulted him to star status. "I have been vey lucky to have had the opportunity to play such characters. Every night i go to bed thinking that I must have done something really good in life to have been rewarded in such a manner." says the actor.
After having played a series of older characters, when will Ronit look at roles that are closer to his real age? "I really don't think that I am very young." he laughs. "To be honest beggars cannot be choosers. I dont think a younger role would have ever given me the fame and accolades that the roles of Mifir and bajaj have given meThey are old and greying characters no doubt , but the popularity they enjoy is perhaps unparalleld."
There is talk about Balaji is on the verge of announcing its new show with Ronit in the lead. "yea, thats true" confirms the actor, "I have signed on a new serial for Balaji. Its a very interesting and a different role. All the announcements wil be made next week." is all that Rohit Roy's elder brother is willing to say for now.