Actor who has worked with Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar reveals his career struggles: ‘All I have is to say one line, yet…’

In every film, while the spotlight often falls on the lead actors, it is the character artists who bring depth, colour, and emotion to every frame. Their presence turns ordinary scenes into memorable moments. Paresh Ganatra, a seasoned actor known for his work alongside stars like Amitabh Bachchan and Akshay Kumar in films such as Welcome, Aankhen, and Delhi Belly, recently reflected on the challenges he continues to face in the industry despite his long and accomplished career.

Still Proving His Worth

In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Ganatra admitted that even after decades in the business, he still has to audition for roles, especially for advertisements. He clarified that while he views auditions as a healthy exercise that keeps him sharp, his concern lies with the people conducting them.


Ganatra emphasized that his real frustration lies with having to audition for commercials. For an artist with a strong body of work, being tested for a 30-second advertisement feels unnecessary. He pointed out the irony of being asked to audition for minor roles in ads that also feature icons like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, or Amitabh Bachchan. As a professional, he finds it unreasonable to doubt his ability to deliver a single line convincingly. For him, the issue is not about pride—it’s about the value of experience being recognized.

“Even though I have no problem auditioning, I am against auditioning for an ad film. You’re making a 30-second ad with someone like Virat Kohli or Mahendra Singh Dhoni or Amitabh Bachchan. I am a character artiste, and all I have to do is say one line. Do you really think that I won’t be able to say that single dialogue? If you doubt my capability to do something so small and simple, then I have a problem auditioning,” he explained.