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Karan Patel on TV's Fast Pace: "Constant Fear of Being Replaced"

Television actor Karan Patel has candidly spoken about the relentless pace of the industry and the constant anxiety actors face about being replaced. He believes that taking a pause is sometimes necessary for growth, and that memorable, impactful work is what truly ensures an actor's longevity. Patel, known for shows like 'Yeh Hai Mohabbatein', is now set to appear in the ambitious new reality series 'The 50'. The show, adapted from a French format, will feature 50 contestants in a lavish setting with no fixed rules.

Key Points: Karan Patel Opens Up on TV Industry Pressures & New Show

  • TV industry's fast pace
  • Fear of being replaced
  • Impactful work ensures longevity
  • Upcoming show 'The 50'
  • Adapted from French series
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Karan Patel: There's a constant fear of being replaced

TV actor Karan Patel discusses the fear of replacement, the need for impactful work, and his upcoming reality show 'The 50' on JioHotstar.

"Television moves very fast, and there's a constant fear of being replaced. - Karan Patel"

New Delhi, Jan 31

Popular television actor Karan Patel has opened up about the pressures of staying relevant in the fast-paced world of Indian television.

Asked if, in hindsight, he feels the industry allows actors enough space to pause without being forgotten, Karan told IANS: "Honestly, not always."

The 42-year-old actor said that the small screen medium moves fast.

"Television moves very fast, and there's a constant fear of being replaced," said the actor, whose first appearance was in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii where he played Vigyat.

However, Karan, who starred in the series Kasturi, where he played Robbie Sabarwal, his first lead role, stated that memorable performances help in staying relevant.

"But I've learned that if your work has left an impact, a pause doesn't erase you. Sometimes stepping back is necessary to grow. The industry may not always understand it immediately, but longevity comes from knowing when to stop as much as when to work."

Karan, who has also worked in Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Kasamh Se, made his debut as a host by anchoring a new show Kaho Na Yaar Hai in 2008. In 2013, he participated in the dance show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. He quit Yeh Hai Mohabbatein in 2019. But re-entered in November 2019.

His role as Raman Kumar Omprakash Bhalla with his co-star Divyanka T Dahiya. In 2020, he participated in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 10. The same year, he played Rishabh Bajaj in Kasautii Zindagii Kay, replacing Karan Singh Grover.

He will now be seen in The 50.

Produced by Banijay Asia, The 50 is India's upcoming large-scale reality show. Streaming soon on JioHotstar and Colors, The 50 promises a bold new format set to disrupt the Indian reality TV playbook.

The upcoming JioHotstar show, adapted from the popular French series Les Cinquante, features 50 contestants in a lavish palace setting with no fixed rules for unpredictable drama, strategy, and politics.

- IANS

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Rohit P
It's not just TV, this is the reality of most creative fields in India. The pressure to constantly churn out content means quality often suffers. Respect to him for speaking about the need to pause and grow.
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Aman W
He's right about memorable performances. We still remember him as Raman Bhalla! But honestly, the channels and producers are to blame. They treat actors like disposable commodities. The system needs to change.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective. The French format for 'The 50' sounds ambitious. Hope it gives established actors like him a platform beyond the daily soap grind. Indian reality TV could use this kind of shake-up.
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Vikram M
"Longevity comes from knowing when to stop" – this is such a wise statement. In our culture, we're always told to keep running, never stop. More power to him for taking breaks on his own terms. 👏
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Kriti O
I have a slightly different take. While the fear is real, audiences are also changing. With OTT, there's more space for different kinds of stories and actors. Maybe TV needs to evolve faster to keep its talent.

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