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Divyenndu Says Meme Makers Could Find Work in Bollywood Film Industry

Divyenndu, famous for his role as Munna Bhaiya in 'Mirzapur', has praised meme makers for their creative storytelling abilities. He believes their skill in combining ideas could earn them jobs in the film industry as dialogue or screenplay writers. The actor also reflected on the responsibility that comes with playing iconic characters. His career includes notable roles in 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama', 'Toilet: Ek Prem Katha', and 'The Railway Men'.

Key Points: Divyenndu: Meme Makers Have a Place in Film Industry

  • Divyenndu finds fan reinterpretation of his characters fascinating
  • He advises actors to be mindful of not over-romanticizing roles
  • Meme makers have sharp storytelling instincts
  • He suggests they could work as dialogue or screenplay writers
  • His role as Munna Bhaiya in 'Mirzapur' brought him instant fame
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Divyenndu: Meme makers can get work in our film industry

Divyenndu, known for 'Mirzapur' and 'Pyaar Ka Punchnama', praises meme makers' storytelling skills and suggests they could work as dialogue or screenplay writers in Bollywood.

"Many a time, I think, meme makers can get a work in our film industry. - Divyenndu"

Mumbai, May 4

He got the spotlight for playing Liquid in the 2011 "Pyaar Ka Punchnama", but it was his role of Munna Bhaiya in "Mirzapur", that shot him to fame. Divyenndu welcomes the reinterpretation of his roles, especially through memes. He feels meme makers possess a sharp storytelling instinct, even suggesting they could find a place in the film industry.

Asked how he sees his characters being a part of meme culture and pop references, Divyenndu told IANS: "I just find it very fascinating how much people love a character, how much they accept them in their lives. I just find it very, very fascinating."

"It's just very overwhelming."

Divyenndu added: "But yeah, one thing, one has to be a little mindful of, that one has to be, like I said, mindful of the character I have played. So, not to over-romanticize that character and that situation. So, it comes with a great responsibility, also, that kind of power."

He agrees it's fun "because people use it in a really funny, and creative way."

"Many a time, I think, meme makers can get a work in our film industry. You know, if not on screen, but at least a dialogue writer, if not a screenplay writer. Because they are just amazing, how they just combine two things, and bring them together, it just, it amazes me," he added.

The 42-year-old actor first appeared in a minor role of a goon in Madhuri Dixit-starrer Aaja Nachle in 2007. His first major role came in comedy Pyaar Ka Punchnama in 2011.

In 2013, Divyendu played the role of the poet Omi in David Dhawan's remake of Chashme Baddoor. The actor starred in his first lead role in the romantic comedy Dilliwali Zaalim Girlfriend in 2015.

In 2017, Divyendu gained attention for playing a supporting character named Naru in Toilet: Ek Prem Katha starring Akshay Kumar. He was then seen in films such as Batti Gul Meter Chalu, Badnaam Gali, Kanpuriye, Shukrani, Thai Massage and Madgaon Express.

It was his role of Munna Bhaiya in "Mirzapur" that shot him to instant fame. In 2023, he landed another popular role in Netflix miniseries The Railway Men based on the 1984 Bhopal disaster.

- IANS

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Pooja D
I love how Divyenndu acknowledges the creativity of meme makers. It's a very Indian thing - we take everything with humor and make it relatable. But he's also right about being mindful. We've seen characters get over-romanticized to the point where people miss the original message. Munna Bhaiya is a villain, after all.
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Aditya G
It's nice that he's praising meme makers, but let's be real - the film industry already has talented writers. The problem isn't finding talent, it's giving them opportunities. Big production houses still rely on star power and formulaic scripts. Until that changes, even the best meme maker will struggle.
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Riya H
Yaar, this is so true. Have you seen some of those memes that combine dialogues from different movies? 🤯 They're literally better than half the comedies releasing today. Maybe the industry needs to look beyond the usual contacts and actually hire people who understand current humor. India has so much talent!
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Nitin Z
Divyenndu's journey from a small role in Aaja Nachle to becoming a household name thanks to Mirzapur is inspiring. And I appreciate that he's giving credit where it's due - the internet loves his characters because of the fans. But hiring meme makers might not be that simple; creativity in 15-second clips is different from writing a full screenplay.
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Sneha F
Finally someone says it! 😄 The meme makers are the unsung heroes of Indian pop culture. They keep actors relevant even years after a show ends. And Divyenndu gets it - he's not defensive about his characters being meme'd, he embraces

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