Tanaav 2's Gaurav Arora on playing Fareed Mir, shooting in Kashmir and more: 'It required a lot...' | Exclusive

In an interview with OTTplay, Gaurav Arora opened up about playing the role of Fareed Mir in Tanaav 2. The actor also shared his experience of shooting in Kashmir.

Gaurav Arora on Tanaav 2 and more.

Gaurav Arora is gearing up for the release of his web series, Tanaav 2. One of the most anticipated web shows of the year, directed by Sudhir Mishra and E Niwas, will be released on September 6 on SonyLIV. Arora is the new addition to Tanaav season two. His character Fareed Mir/ Al Damishq is important to the series' storyline. Before Tanaav 2's release, Gaurav opened up about his character in an exclusive conversation with OTTplay.

Gaurav Arora on his character in Tanaav 2

When asked if he felt an added pressure to play his role well in Tanaav 2 since the first season was hit, Gaurav said, "Initially, there was a feeling of pressure. I transferred the pressure on the two gentlemen (Sudhir Mishra and E Niwas)." The actor added that he enjoyed playing the character of Fareed Mir/ Al Damishq in the series.

Arora continued, "More than any pressure, it was their (directors') responsibility since they chose me to play it, they must have seen something (in me). I enjoyed playing Fareed. I was in safe hands, good directors and co-stars. There was no pressure on me as such." Gaurav mentioned that he had to prep for his role in the web show.

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"It did require a lot of prep. Kashmir can be sensitive to a lot of people. So that is a responsibility as an actor, which I did before I came on the set. I did my homework," stated Gaurav. The actor further quipped that Fareed Mir is a wonderful character for any actor to play because of its arc.

On shooting in Kashmir

Sharing his experience of shooting for Tanaav 2 in Kashmir, the actor revealed, "It was a wonderful experience. The moment you come out of the aircraft in Kashmir, you feel that air... it is so refreshing." On a concluding note, Arora said he just 'got lucky' to get this opportunity to be a part of Tanaav 2.

Once the series premieres on September 6, Tanaav 2 can be streamed with your OTTplay Premium subscription as well.

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