Kunal Karan Kapoor-
Reams and reams of articles have been written about this versatile actor by his adoring fans. I wonder what should I add more? Making an attempt to pen down my thoughts about this actor who has swept me off my feet. Making me a die hard fan of his.
It was in the year 2004 that I was introduced to Kunal Karan Kapoor as 'Varun' in remix. At that time I was so besotted by a chocolate faced hero. Inspite of my loyalty to that actor I saw the spark in Kunal. And realised he was a good actor. Remix wrapped up. And I forgot him.
But destiny brought him back in my life again. This time as 'Cadet Yadhuvansh Sahni' aka 'Yudi' in the serial 'Left Right Left' aired on Sab TV. The sole reason for me to start watching the serial was the catchy title track. And Rajeev Khandelwal's presence. But slowly and surely I fell in love with all the other characters. And again had a soft corner for Kunal. Again there was a feeling that he is inordinately gifted and waiting to explode. There have been many memorable scenes from the serial. But time and again I go back to YouTube and watch Yudi's suicide attempt. The scene screamed for an encore and left me shaken.
Here is the link of that scene. Kunal's performance left me in awe. Still get goose bumps.
scene 1:http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1IpG7U3x-8g
Scene 2: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5rVY8-SFyvg
After LRL I became engrossed and busy completing my Masters. I had no time for TV. Though Kunal had made an impact on me.. As time passed by he kind of disappeared from my memory.
Professional commitments took me to Chennai and Delhi respectively. I deliberately didn't have access to television. Nothing worthwhile to watch. And all the serials were depressing and regressive.
July 2011 I was back in Mumbai. I settled down in my mundane boring life. Nothing exciting. Nothing to look forward to.
December 2011 was a turning point in my life. Going through the most troubled and emotional turmoil phase on my life. But someone up there had decided that he would be sending some one to me who would be a soothing balm to my troubled soul. And would bring back the smile, cheerfulness, happiness and zing back into my life.
Circa January 2012. I am lolling on the sofa. And there comes a trailer of a new serial 'Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha' that was going to turn my life upside down for ever. What caught my eye was the refreshing trailer( it didn't look like the regular run of a mill story.) The two adorable moppets caught my attention. The heroine didn't look like a overdressed Christmas tree. And there was the hero who looked like the regular boy next door. He looked familiar. I racked my brains trying to remember why did he look so familiar and pulled my heartstrings. And then it hit me that this is Yudi. And he was going to play the lead for the first time. And this is when my love, adoration, pagalpanti for this charismatic actor started.
NBTNMKK was on my agenda. I had made up my mind that I was going to watch it. Come what may. Episode one.. And Mr. Kunal Karan Kapoor vroomed into my life again. This time it was an adoration that would last for lifelong.. He was going to stay in my life for eternity. And I was to fall hopelessly in love with Kunal Karan Kapoor/ Mohan Bhatnagar..
What do I say about his talent. Words don't suffice. And I fall short of adjectives and expressions to praise him. You just need to watch him on screen to fall for his spell. And to be charmed by him. To understand why he is called 'King of expressions', 'Second to none', ' an actor in the truest sense'. Why do teens love him? Why do working professionals go insane for him? Why are tv viewers in their 40s and 50s completely smitten by him.?
A charming, most adorable face.. Eyes which speak thousand words.. and I am hopelessly drawn to them.. Go weak in my knees and become a gawky teenager whenever he is on screen. Detractors can say that I am smitten only by his looks. But good looks cannot hold viewers attention for a long time. Atleast not for me and for all Kunalian's. We were hungry to see a quality actor and Kunal was manna from heaven to us.
Devoid of model looks, 6 pack abs .. for me he is the sexiest man on planet earth. He makes me laugh, and cry. He brings loads of happiness in my life. My day starts with him and ends with him.
An actor extraordinaire and a humble human being. A deadly combo. So down to earth, no starry attitude, frank opinion, vulnerable, genuine love and affection for all his fans. How many actors can claim that they genuinely care for their fans? I cannot think of any. Kunal is truly an exception. A smile of his and my day/life is lit up.
8 months have elapsed since NBTNMKK winded up. But his popularity is spiralling through the roof. Fans are increasing in thousands. And everyone is screaming for his presence back on our TV screen. We are dead sure he will be back with a bang. With a role that will become more iconic then 'Mohan Bhatnagar'.
Just wanted to let you know Kunal that I love you a lot. You are truly special for me. I will remember you throughout my life. I want nothing but the best for you my rockstar. May God bestow all his blessings on you. May all your desires get fulfilled. You reach the pinnacle of success. And blessed with loads of happiness.
I am content watching your pics, edits, reruns of NBT/Pratigya. Please come back soon. No one has been able to fill the void in my life after you taking a break. Miss you lots, Waiting for you.
Reams and reams of articles have been written about this versatile actor by his adoring fans. I wonder what should I add more? Making an attempt to pen down my thoughts about this actor who has swept me off my feet. Making me a die hard fan of his.
It was in the year 2004 that I was introduced to Kunal Karan Kapoor as 'Varun' in remix. At that time I was so besotted by a chocolate faced hero. Inspite of my loyalty to that actor I saw the spark in Kunal. And realised he was a good actor. Remix wrapped up. And I forgot him.
But destiny brought him back in my life again. This time as 'Cadet Yadhuvansh Sahni' aka 'Yudi' in the serial 'Left Right Left' aired on Sab TV. The sole reason for me to start watching the serial was the catchy title track. And Rajeev Khandelwal's presence. But slowly and surely I fell in love with all the other characters. And again had a soft corner for Kunal. Again there was a feeling that he is inordinately gifted and waiting to explode. There have been many memorable scenes from the serial. But time and again I go back to YouTube and watch Yudi's suicide attempt. The scene screamed for an encore and left me shaken.
Here is the link of that scene. Kunal's performance left me in awe. Still get goose bumps.
scene 1:http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1IpG7U3x-8g
Scene 2: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5rVY8-SFyvg
After LRL I became engrossed and busy completing my Masters. I had no time for TV. Though Kunal had made an impact on me.. As time passed by he kind of disappeared from my memory.
Professional commitments took me to Chennai and Delhi respectively. I deliberately didn't have access to television. Nothing worthwhile to watch. And all the serials were depressing and regressive.
July 2011 I was back in Mumbai. I settled down in my mundane boring life. Nothing exciting. Nothing to look forward to.
December 2011 was a turning point in my life. Going through the most troubled and emotional turmoil phase on my life. But someone up there had decided that he would be sending some one to me who would be a soothing balm to my troubled soul. And would bring back the smile, cheerfulness, happiness and zing back into my life.
Circa January 2012. I am lolling on the sofa. And there comes a trailer of a new serial 'Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha' that was going to turn my life upside down for ever. What caught my eye was the refreshing trailer( it didn't look like the regular run of a mill story.) The two adorable moppets caught my attention. The heroine didn't look like a overdressed Christmas tree. And there was the hero who looked like the regular boy next door. He looked familiar. I racked my brains trying to remember why did he look so familiar and pulled my heartstrings. And then it hit me that this is Yudi. And he was going to play the lead for the first time. And this is when my love, adoration, pagalpanti for this charismatic actor started.
NBTNMKK was on my agenda. I had made up my mind that I was going to watch it. Come what may. Episode one.. And Mr. Kunal Karan Kapoor vroomed into my life again. This time it was an adoration that would last for lifelong.. He was going to stay in my life for eternity. And I was to fall hopelessly in love with Kunal Karan Kapoor/ Mohan Bhatnagar..
What do I say about his talent. Words don't suffice. And I fall short of adjectives and expressions to praise him. You just need to watch him on screen to fall for his spell. And to be charmed by him. To understand why he is called 'King of expressions', 'Second to none', ' an actor in the truest sense'. Why do teens love him? Why do working professionals go insane for him? Why are tv viewers in their 40s and 50s completely smitten by him.?
A charming, most adorable face.. Eyes which speak thousand words.. and I am hopelessly drawn to them.. Go weak in my knees and become a gawky teenager whenever he is on screen. Detractors can say that I am smitten only by his looks. But good looks cannot hold viewers attention for a long time. Atleast not for me and for all Kunalian's. We were hungry to see a quality actor and Kunal was manna from heaven to us.
Devoid of model looks, 6 pack abs .. for me he is the sexiest man on planet earth. He makes me laugh, and cry. He brings loads of happiness in my life. My day starts with him and ends with him.
An actor extraordinaire and a humble human being. A deadly combo. So down to earth, no starry attitude, frank opinion, vulnerable, genuine love and affection for all his fans. How many actors can claim that they genuinely care for their fans? I cannot think of any. Kunal is truly an exception. A smile of his and my day/life is lit up.
8 months have elapsed since NBTNMKK winded up. But his popularity is spiralling through the roof. Fans are increasing in thousands. And everyone is screaming for his presence back on our TV screen. We are dead sure he will be back with a bang. With a role that will become more iconic then 'Mohan Bhatnagar'.
Just wanted to let you know Kunal that I love you a lot. You are truly special for me. I will remember you throughout my life. I want nothing but the best for you my rockstar. May God bestow all his blessings on you. May all your desires get fulfilled. You reach the pinnacle of success. And blessed with loads of happiness.
I am content watching your pics, edits, reruns of NBT/Pratigya. Please come back soon. No one has been able to fill the void in my life after you taking a break. Miss you lots, Waiting for you.
Anvi...you
ReplyDeleteecho my feelings by this amazing writeup....absolutely beautiful and
apt description of Kunal Karan Kapoor for me and i am sure for all
Kunalians.Anvita Shetty thoroughly loved it.thanls so much for sharing
your thoughts with us.love you.and of course love Kunal:)
Awwww. . Thank u deba. Our love for him increases for him with each passing day
ReplyDeleteTanvi, what a wonderful account of an ACTOR whom you hold in such high regards that you just succumbed to sing his praises. It is great to share your experience and be in close proximity and accessibility of these great images that you build in words for us to share. I am indeed privileged to see you a part of us all on this wonderful platform of communication. All my experience of Na Bole Tum I was completely immersed in how Mohan Bhatnagar looked and how he felt in dealings with the characters of the show. And after every episode I said something or other and wanted some reaction to my comment. I remember everyone of us had an opinion ...some a mere ...how awesome and how sweet etc etc but not a proper analysis of what was in the episode which I really cared for. Watching Mohan Bhatnagar and not
ReplyDeleteexpressing ones feelings is impossible. As these days we have come across quite a few Tamil viewers who are sharing the same enthusiasm as we had when we were viewing the show. I am so glad we are all still here to talk about the man and the show which stood on his shoulders really. Although Mohan Bhatnagar cannot be viewed alone because it is his interaction with the others which bring about his special qualities of the character and the actor behind it. Looking at his pictures is the biggest joy on our page and any sign of his returning that is talked about or then watching the favourite episode of NBT which is invariably on the page and we watch it and find a timely relief and in doing so miss presence even more. But all we have is the show which enthralled us and made us all hopelessly fall in love with him and just dream about him in so many ways. And praise him day and night. So great to see you make this great effort in bringing your personal views of this marvellous actor who happened to be with us for 2 years and left a void in our hearts.
Khawar di a lil correction, this is posted by Anvita nt me :) she deserves d credit for this wonderful post.. :)
DeleteOh dear Tanvi ...thank you. I could not tell. How do I edit on this page I don't know. I shall have to get in touch with Anvita thanks
ReplyDeletewowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww this just too Gud :) write up dear
ReplyDeletethis is such a wonderful write up Dear
ReplyDeleteGood written
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