'Grateful for all the love I get': Hitesh Bharadwaj is the new lead in the show, Udaariyaan. The actor talks about his role and more

How did you get this project?

I got a call from the Udaariyaan team a month ago. I gave my audition. We had a few meetings, script discussions and then I was finalised.

What are the character details?

I play Ekampreet Singh Randhawa and he is an amazing guy. He is an honest person.

Have you followed the show?

Initially, I followed the show and I really liked the script. But later, because of time issues, I couldn’t watch it further. I’ve always loved it.

Punjabi stories are loved by audiences. What is your view point?

After Choti Sarrdaarni, things changed. Once when I was travelling, I stopped at a dhaba for lunch where people recognised me and treated me in a very special way. And now, after two more shows, the love I get from Punjab makes me feel grateful.

What changes have you seen in the industry over the years?

We all still work like earlier days, just the patterns have changed. We still have to work very hard in order to give our best. There’s no change as such.

Male actors also get substantial roles on TV these days. Do you agree?

Of course. You get work on the basis of how hard you work. TV is one such medium that needs talent irrespective of an actor’s gender.

If not an actor what would you have been and why?

I would’ve definitely been a writer or a lawyer or a RJ. But I love being an actor.

You have maintained a very lean look. What is the secret?

There’s no secret behind this. You should eat healthy and work out.