Seasoned actor Nasirr Khan, who plays Jhende in Tumm Se Tumm Tak, produced by Prateek Sharma and Parth Shah’s Studio LSD, shared his refreshingly practical and honest perspective on on-screen chemistry, friendships in the industry, and maintaining personal boundaries while working in television.
Speaking about emotional connection with co-actors, Nasirr said he views acting primarily as a professional commitment. “It’s not needed. It’s a professional job. Go there, do your bit and go home. Focus must be on the work, not the environment,” he stated candidly.
Talking about what truly creates believable chemistry on screen, the actor explained, “Understanding each other’s point of view. Jahan difference aa jaata hai, wahan problems shuru hoti hain.”
When asked whether any of his co-stars have become close friends off screen, Nasirr admitted that genuine friendships in the industry are rare. “Very few. To be friends you need to share laughter, tears, food, company and be there for one another. Else everyone is a colleague, a co-worker,” he shared.
The actor also opened up about maintaining professional and personal boundaries in today’s social media-driven world. “It’s difficult nowadays in times of social media, but social distancing is also important,” he said with a smile. Unlike many who believe strong off-screen bonding enhances performances, Nasirr has a different take. “Nothing like that. Sab kaam karne aaye hain, paise kamane aaye hain. Just do your job,” he remarked.
Discussing emotionally layered performances, the actor said he prefers approaching roles through the character’s emotions rather than his own. “I don’t give it that much importance. I play a character and go by his feelings, not mine,” he explained.
Sharing one key lesson he has learned through the many roles he has portrayed over the years, Nasirr added, “That through communication everything can be resolved.” Known for being reserved by nature, the actor admitted he does not open up easily. “No,” he answered simply when asked whether he trusts people quickly.
On balancing personal relationships with a demanding acting career, Nasirr concluded thoughtfully, “Twenty-four hours is enough time if used properly. And to maintain relationships, I need to carry the burden of suffering and not impose it on the other.”
