Actor Chum Darrang has openly talked about the challenges faced by the North East Indians in the film industry, revealing that he once played a small role in Petal Loc from financial requirement. In a recent interview with BBC IndiaThe Badai Do Actor emphasized the lack of opportunities for the artists of his region and the racism faced in Mumbai.

“I mean, it is very clear that roles are still not written for us as it should be. It is very low. So, (lead) opportunity to get work here is difficult here. But we are surviving; things are changing,” said Darang.

Recalling her decision to play the role of a Chinese infameral girl in Patal Lok, she said that financial obstacles inspired her to accept the role. “There is a very expensive city to live in Bombay. Therefore, I played this role in Patal Lok, I played the role of a Chinese infomercial girl. I had to do this because I needed money. After that I realized, NoI am for big things, “he shared.

Beyond the lack of inclusion of the industry, Darrang also faced racial slarses in public places. “Young boys in the mall named me, and I didn’t know how to react. I just gave them a look and left them. They were calling me Momo and Chow Chow. I do not know why they accept, if I look like this, they will give me some Chinese names and think that I will get angry. This is just that I want the people of this country to know that we are also from this country. We can look different, but I am also an Indian. ,

Chum was last seen in Bigg Boss 18.