Actor-Comedian Saloni Gaur, who is known for his satirical videos and impressive characters like ‘Nazma Aapi’, was also depicted in shows like ‘Campus Diaries’, ‘Unusual Sense with Seloni’ and ‘Lafange’. In a special interview with indiatoday.in, he talked about family-theme shows, content manufacturing, censorship, mental health and more.

Family theme shows for OTT audience

Asked what exceptions to make family-theme shows make an exception to the career of the youth, at a time when the streaming platforms focus on crime and horror style, Saloni said, “There is a kind of magic in the family-they resonate a deep, more emotional level. Undercontrolled.”

“This helps us to join a comprehensive audience, including people who cannot usually engage with deep themes.

About his role in Lafany

When he was recently asked about the decision to be a part of the series MX player ‘Laughing’, the actor said, “When ‘Laughing’, I came in my way, I was immediately ready to tell the authenticity of the characters and the indifferent-infected story. The decisive factor for me was how the script was felt even while being entertaining. There was a warmth for this – it was not trying to be bigger than life, it was just very real and honesty really appealed to me. “

He further said, “I also liked how my character added emotional depth to the story, which made it very reliable.

Saloni admitted that he had no apprehension despite the length of his role in ‘Lafange’. He said, “I believe that every character – big or small – can leave a permanent effect if it is well written and performed with honesty. Yes, while the story focuses on three friends, which is not far from the importance of other characters in their world.”

“I saw my role as a person who brings a different energy and perspective to the story. It was not about being in every frame, but about the emotional and meaningful contribution to the narrative arc. I knew that my role added a separate emotional layer and represented a voice that was thrilling for me as an actor.”

Audition vs Content Creation

‘Lafany’ actor has been a material manufacturer for over four years. It is being questioned whether the online content provides a platform to the actors interested to showcase their talent besides going through the Creation Creation Audition Process, he said, “Digital space has performed democratic demonstrations. In this way I started – I picked up my phone, made a video, and began to exclude myself.”

“Social media has become an incredible place that gives the creators and artists a platform to produce a community, forming a community, and even casting is seen by professionals or production houses. Surely, it does not replace the traditional audition process, but it definitely opens new doors.

Social media detox

Asked how the effects balance their mental and emotional health amidst a huge online appearance, Saloni shared, “This is an important and often neglected aspect of being in the public eye. The pressure to be constantly visible and relevant can be heavy. I think I think I know myself more.

“I try to use social media as a tool to share my work and join with my audience, but I do not let it determine my self-value. It is also important to take a break-Digital detox, spending time with family, being present in the real world. At the end of the day, your creativity can only flourish when your mind is on peace when your mind is peaceful,” said.

Future of the economy of creators

On being quizzed, did he ever think that the economy of the creators would be a topic of discussion, the material manufacturer-actor-actor said, “When I started, I was just experimenting, trying to laugh or think people-sometimes both were ideally.

“Next, the idea of ​​earning from social media or collaborating with brands looked like a bonus, not the main plan. Over time, space developed and therefore we were. Now the system, agencies, events and creators are full business around.

On censorship and free speech

Asked about his views on censorship and content moderation, Saloni said, “I believe it is a complex issue. While wrong information or abusive language or vulgarity requires some extent regulation or censorship, excessive censorship can limit artistic expression.”

He said, “Satire, in particular, walks on a criterion-and it is unfortunate when artists have to guess their intentions.

Saloni’s career made a remarkable jump when his show ‘Unusual Sense with Saloni’ was released on Soni Liv. The comedy variety hosted by itself provides a satirical comment on current affairs and social issues affecting Indians of the middle class.

The actor’s recent family-drama chain ‘Lafangei’ also featured in lead roles in Anud Singh Dhaka, Harsh Beniwal, Gagan Arora, Barkh Singh and others.