“I Had To Evolve As An Actor,” Bobby Deol says on enrolling at Aashram

New Delhi : Bobby Deol is gearing up for the highly anticipated release of Aashram Season 3 Part 2, which is set to premiere on MX Player on February 27, 2025. The buzz surrounding the show is palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting the return of Baba Nirala, the enigmatic and morally complex character that has become a career-defining role for the actor.

In a recent media interaction, Bobby Deol opened up about how the role of Baba Nirala came to him at a crucial point in his career. Known for his Bollywood hero roles in the late ’90s and early 2000s, Bobby candidly shared that he had come to terms with the fact that conventional hero roles were no longer being offered to him. This realization, however, became a catalyst for his career reinvention, leading him to explore more layered and challenging characters.

“We, as actors, want to play characters that we are not in real life. Acting gives us the opportunity to step into someone else’s shoes without actually becoming that person,” Deol explained. He emphasized that his passion for acting had always been about portraying diverse roles, and Aashram offered him the perfect platform to break free from the limitations of stereotypical roles.

Reflecting on his decision to take on the show, Bobby added, “I knew I wasn’t going to be offered hero roles anymore. That’s why, when I accepted this show, I didn’t tell anyone. I wanted people to watch it first and then see their reaction.” The calculated risk paid off, as his portrayal of Baba Nirala, a self-proclaimed godman with a dark and manipulative side, resonated with audiences and critics alike, earning him widespread acclaim and reigniting his career.

The actor also acknowledged that the success of Aashram has opened new doors for him, allowing him to showcase his acting range and break free from the image of a romantic hero. He credited director Prakash Jha for believing in him and offering a role that challenged him both emotionally and psychologically.

As Aashram Season 3 Part 2 approaches its release, Bobby Deol remains optimistic about the future, embracing the opportunities that come with playing unconventional and thought-provoking characters.