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Mumbai, June 2025: Sony SAB\u2019s Tenali Rama is a historical drama showcasing Tenali\u2019s (played by Krishna Bharadwaj) wit and wisdom\u2014and has earned a loyal audience across generations. At the heart of this entertaining yet layered show, is the Kotwal of Vijayangar kingdom, portrayed with quiet strength and seriousness by Nikkhil Arya. His composed performance anchors even the most intense situations. In this candid conversation, Nikkhil Arya shares what drew him to the show\u2019s unique style, how he enjoys playing a quiet yet impactful character, and his off-screen bond with his co-actors on set.<\/p>\n
\n1. Tenali Rama blends history, and life lessons in a format that\u2019s both entertaining and layered. As an actor, what about the show intrigued you most?
\nWhat really drew me in was the show\u2019s format. It\u2019s not the usual historical drama filled with gods, wars, or larger-than-life battles. Instead, serious mysteries are solved in a light, fun, and satirical way\u2014yet each story ends with a meaningful social message. Balancing that tone was both refreshing and challenging.<\/p>\n
\n2. Your character has evolved significantly; what have been the most rewarding (or demanding) moments? How do you personally connect with your character\u2019s journey?
\nI\u2019m glad my character has evolved so much. I play the kotwal of the kingdom\u2014a serious man who rarely smiles or speaks. But somehow, that straight-faced humour in tricky situations has really worked. Shifting from quiet scenes to ones with emotional depth has been creatively satisfying. I also relate to the character\u2019s values and discipline.<\/p>\n
\n3. Without relying heavily on dialogue, your character still commands attention. What\u2019s your process when performance hinges more on physicality and presence than spoken word?
\nThat\u2019s actually one of the most challenging and fun parts of this role. You don\u2019t need to make faces or be loud to be funny\u2014it\u2019s all about timing, expressions, and stillness. It\u2019s tough to pull off, but when it clicks, it really stands out. That\u2019s what keeps it exciting.<\/p>\n
\n4. Themes like loyalty, wit, and justice are central to your character. How did you prepare to bring out these virtues on screen while keeping the character grounded and relatable?
\nThese qualities really resonate with me personally. The only difference is that the character belongs to a different era, so I had to work on aspects like body language and speech to make him feel authentic, yet true to that time. It\u2019s all about finding that sweet spot.<\/p>\n
\n5. You\u2019ve worked closely with Kunal, Aditya, and Krishna. How has that camaraderie off-screen influenced your performances on-screen? Any behind-the-scenes anecdotes that reflect your chemistry?
\nThe bond we share off-screen definitely reflects on-screen. The four of us get along really well, and that comfort makes our scenes flow naturally. One hilarious moment I remember was when I got praised for a shot\u2014only to find out later that my wig was missing! The makeup guy had forgotten to put on my kotwal hair, and none of us noticed until the entire scene was done. We had to reshoot everything, but we couldn\u2019t stop laughing about it.<\/p>\n
\n6. What can viewers expect in the upcoming episodes?
\nThere\u2019s so much more fun, unexpected twists, and clever storytelling in store for the audience! What excites me the most is that even though my character rarely communicates through words, he still manages to leave an impact. It\u2019s challenging yet incredibly rewarding to convey emotions, wit, and presence mostly through expressions and body language. If the audience is connecting with him despite his silence, I think that\u2019s a small but meaningful win for me as an actor. It\u2019s proof that sometimes, it\u2019s not about how much you say\u2014it\u2019s about how you make people feel.<\/p>\n
Tune in to Tenali Rama every Monday to Saturday at 8.00 PM, only on Sony SAB<\/p>\n
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