<p align="justify" class="title">Bengaluru-based actor Gulshan Devaiah is remembered for his impactful performances in his earlier projects such as 'Hunterrr', 'Hate Story,' 'Shaitaan' and 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram Leela'. The actor has managed to ignite that spirit yet again in his latest release, 'Kuldip Patwal: I Didn't Do It!', where he plays a lawyer. Gulshan points out that the film draws its inspiration from real life happenings.</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">In an interview with <span class="bold">Nina C George</span>, Gulshan shares his experience of working in the film.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">How was it to step into the shoes of Parduman Shahpuri?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">The director was very particular that I play the role because he thought that my mannerisms and body language perfectly matched that of the character. The biggest challenge, however, was to speak in a typical Punjabi accent.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">What was the best part about essaying the role?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I enjoyed playing someone I am not. I could relate to my character because the situations shown in the film have a lot of reality attached to it. It can happen to anybody. I had to create a kind of illusion in my head to connect to the character. I was also given the freedom to interpret the character the way I wanted to.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">You worked as a fashion designer before becoming an actor. Was the transition easy?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I was always comfortable on stage. The many plays that I acted in school and later in college helped me get a grip of acting and strengthened my desire to become an actor. In that sense the transition was easy.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">How did you develop an interest in acting?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">My parents were interested in the Bollywood movies of the 50s and 60s. They spotted my talent for acting and theatre when I was barely five years old and put me on stage. I also grew up listening to plenty of Bollywood music. All this has contributed to my interest.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">Then what took you so long to take the plunge?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">My career in the fashion industry brought me a lot of awards and recognition. I did pretty well during my stint as a teacher as well but somehow I didn't have the courage to take a to acting. I made my debut only when I was 30 years. But looking back, I am glad I took it slow.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">Any regrets?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I have nothing to complain about because I am living my dream. I have some really good projects in hand and I have had to good fortune to work with some good actors.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">What keeps you grounded?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">It is a combination of a sound upbringing and strong value system.</p>
<p align="justify" class="title">Bengaluru-based actor Gulshan Devaiah is remembered for his impactful performances in his earlier projects such as 'Hunterrr', 'Hate Story,' 'Shaitaan' and 'Goliyon Ki Rasleela: Ram Leela'. The actor has managed to ignite that spirit yet again in his latest release, 'Kuldip Patwal: I Didn't Do It!', where he plays a lawyer. Gulshan points out that the film draws its inspiration from real life happenings.</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">In an interview with <span class="bold">Nina C George</span>, Gulshan shares his experience of working in the film.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">How was it to step into the shoes of Parduman Shahpuri?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">The director was very particular that I play the role because he thought that my mannerisms and body language perfectly matched that of the character. The biggest challenge, however, was to speak in a typical Punjabi accent.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">What was the best part about essaying the role?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I enjoyed playing someone I am not. I could relate to my character because the situations shown in the film have a lot of reality attached to it. It can happen to anybody. I had to create a kind of illusion in my head to connect to the character. I was also given the freedom to interpret the character the way I wanted to.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">You worked as a fashion designer before becoming an actor. Was the transition easy?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I was always comfortable on stage. The many plays that I acted in school and later in college helped me get a grip of acting and strengthened my desire to become an actor. In that sense the transition was easy.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">How did you develop an interest in acting?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">My parents were interested in the Bollywood movies of the 50s and 60s. They spotted my talent for acting and theatre when I was barely five years old and put me on stage. I also grew up listening to plenty of Bollywood music. All this has contributed to my interest.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">Then what took you so long to take the plunge?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">My career in the fashion industry brought me a lot of awards and recognition. I did pretty well during my stint as a teacher as well but somehow I didn't have the courage to take a to acting. I made my debut only when I was 30 years. But looking back, I am glad I took it slow.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">Any regrets?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">I have nothing to complain about because I am living my dream. I have some really good projects in hand and I have had to good fortune to work with some good actors.</p>.<p align="justify" class="Question">What keeps you grounded?</p>.<p align="justify" class="bodytext">It is a combination of a sound upbringing and strong value system.</p>