Arshad Warsi will be the sutradhar on 'Bigg Boss'
Bollywood actor Arshad Warsi is the latest actor to join the long list of celluloid stars joining the television bandwagon. He had just recently taken on the role of being a brand ambassador of Filmy Stock Exchange (Filmy).
He will now also be seen hosting the reality series 'Bigg Boss' (Sony). The much awaited series is the Indianised version of 'Big Brother'. This prime time show is targeting a mid-November launch.
"I have seen few episodes of the original 'Big Brother' and never thought we in India would ever be able to capture the X-rated content and wild reality shown in it. But when I heard that the original format owners were bringing this show to India, I accepted it. I get cranky if I am away from home in a week's time and it will be interesting to see how these celebs cope being shut away from the world for 100 days," says Arshad of how he came on board the show.
What is your brief? "I have to be myself and chat up the eliminated contestant each week," says Arshad. Agreeing that he has a flair for comedy, he hopes that the participants will give him chances to reveal his sense of humour on the show. "It all depends on the contestants and their reactions," he remarks.
Combining films and television is a natural progression for the actor. "Films are for acting and television is for hosting. My fans will see me playing different characters in films and see the real me on TV," enthuses Arshad.
Stating that his personality is of one who never sits at ease, this show is going to keep him busy till January. 'Kabul Express' will be his next movie release. When asked if recent success had changed him as a person, Arshad quips, "My brain is so small that there is no scope for change or improvement."
Featuring 12 celebrities from different walks of life, 'Bigg Brother' will be Sony's fourth Endemol acquisition after 'Indian Idol', 'Fame Gurukul' and 'Fear Factor India'. Reportedly, 'Big Brother' contributes to over 25 per cent of the format owner Endemol's revenues internationally.
Sony is making its best efforts to make a comeback with this show and its home grown soap 'Kaajjal'.
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