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Ali Fazal shares how his OTT journey with shows like Mirzapur has shaped his craft. He’s thrilled to reunite with theatres through Thug Life and Metro In Dino. Working with legends like Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam feels surreal to him. Fazal is eager to blend his digital learnings with big-screen storytelling.

Key Points: Ali Fazal Brings OTT Learnings to Thug Life and Metro In Dino

  • Ali Fazal credits OTT for his acting growth
  • Excited for Thug Life with Kamal Haasan
  • Calls Metro In Dino a heartfelt project
  • Praises Anurag Basu’s storytelling
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Ali Fazal: I've grown so much as an actor in OTT space, bringing all those learnings in theatres

Ali Fazal reflects on his growth in OTT with Mirzapur and Khufiya, now bringing those skills to films like Thug Life and Metro In Dino.

Ali Fazal: I've grown so much as an actor in OTT space, bringing all those learnings in theatres
"Working with Mani Sir under his vision is nothing short of legendary – Ali Fazal"

Mumbai, June 19

Ali Fazal has returned to the big screen after an eventful run on digital platforms. The actor says he feels like he has grown immensely in the OTT space, and as he steps back into theatres, he’s bringing all those learnings with him.

The actor, whose latest big screen release is “Thug Life”, is gearing up for Metro… In Dino.

“Coming back to the big screen feels like coming home in so many ways. The last few years on OTT have been incredibly rewarding—I’ve been fortunate to explore a range of characters in series like Mirzapur, films like Khufiya,” he said.

Ali added: “But there’s a unique magic to the cinema hall, the collective experience of watching a story unfold with a room full of people—it’s a feeling that nothing else can quite replicate."

For Ali, ‘Thug Life’ with Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan is a dream come true.

“Working with Mani Sir under his vision is nothing short of legendary, and sharing screen space with Kamal Sir is an honour I could never have imagined when I started out. I couldn’t have asked for me and it’s that industry that has welcomed me so charmingly.”

Then there’s “Metro… In Dino”, which Ali says is close to his heart.

He added: “Anurag Basu’s storytelling has always inspired me, and this film is such a beautiful tapestry of human emotions—being part of that is a privilege."

The actor is bringing the experiences he gained during his successful stint in the digital space to the big screen with his upcoming films.

"I feel like I’ve grown so much as an actor in the OTT space, taking on roles that challenged me in ways I didn’t expect. Now, as I step back into theatres, I’m bringing all those learnings and experiences with me.”

Ali shared: “I’m excited to share these stories on the big screen, and I can’t wait for audiences to join me on this new journey.”

- IANS

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Priya K.
Ali Fazal's journey is so inspiring! From Mirzapur to working with legends like Mani Ratnam - what a glow up! 🎬 His humility shines through even after all this success. Can't wait to watch Thug Life!
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Rahul S.
OTT has truly given actors like Ali a platform to showcase their range. Remember him from Fukrey days to now - what a transformation! But I agree, nothing beats the theatre experience. Hope his films do well on big screen.
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Ananya M.
While I appreciate his work, I feel Ali sometimes overacts in emotional scenes. Hope he brings more subtlety from his OTT experience to films. That said, excited for Metro In Dino - Anurag Basu's films always have depth.
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Vikram J.
Good to see actors valuing both OTT and theatres. As a film student, I find his approach very balanced. The industry needs more artists who can adapt to different formats without compromising quality.
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Shweta P.
His Guddu Pandit in Mirzapur was iconic! 😍 But honestly, I'm more excited about his theatre comeback. Bollywood needs fresh talent who can carry both mass and class appeal. Fingers crossed for his films!
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Karan D.
Respect for actors who don't look down on OTT while still respecting cinema traditions. Hope this becomes a trend - quality acting shouldn't be limited by the platform. More power to Ali and others following this path!

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