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Chandan K Anand opens up about his transformative approach to acting in the upcoming film Homebound. He describes his method of deeply immersing himself in characters by reading scripts extensively and building intricate backstories. Working with director Neeraj Ghaywan and co-stars Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter has been a milestone in his career. The film's Cannes premiere represents a significant moment of validation for the young actor's artistic journey.

Key Points: Chandan K Anand Calls Homebound Dream Project with Neeraj Ghaywan

  • Deeply researches characters by reading scripts 100 times
  • Collaborated with Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter
  • Homebound premiered at prestigious Cannes Film Festival
  • Focuses on craft over stardom
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Chandan K Anand calls working in Homebound 'nothing short of a dream'

Actor Chandan K Anand reveals his transformative experience in Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound, sharing insights into character preparation and cinematic passion.

"When you're surrounded by passionate storytellers, it sharpens your own craft. - Chandan K Anand"

Mumbai, June 12

Actor Chandan K. Anand has been entertaining the audience as Roshan Mathew in the show "Kankhajura" these days.

Revealing how he approaches such emotionally dense characters, the 'Class' actor shared, "It's never easy to portray complex characters -- because it's not just about acting. As actors, we hone our craft for years, but to live a complex character, you must go beyond technique. You must embody the soul of that character so completely that no trace of 'acting' remains."

Terming the script as his "sacred text," Chandan said that he ends up reading it around a hundred times before stepping on set.

"I kept visualizing it, diving into the hidden meanings, symbols, and subtext. Then I built a personal backstory, something imaginative yet deeply rooted. Eventually, your breath changes, your eyes shift, your energy transforms -- and you stop performing. You start being. That's when the magic begins," he added.

Chandan has also shared screen space with Janhvi Kapoor, and Ishaan Khatter in Karan Johar's drama "Homebound".

He called working in Neeraj Ghaywan's directorial "a dream".

The actor said, "At this point, I can't reveal too much about my character -- but what I can say is that working on Homebound has been nothing short of a dream. To collaborate with Neeraj Ghaywan sir, whose cinema I deeply respect, and under Dharma Productions, has been a milestone for me."

Lauding co-stars Janhvi and Ishaan, he added, "Sharing screen space with Janhvi, Ishaan, and Vishal -- actors with such distinct energies -- elevated the experience. When you're surrounded by passionate storytellers, it sharpens your own craft. I'm not chasing stardom, but I know I'm walking the path with sincerity and fire. And when people like Neeraj sir trust your performance, it feels like you're not just acting -- you're arriving."

"Homebound" also recently premiered at Cannes. "I wasn't present at Cannes physically, but being part of a film that screened there -- and was loved -- is surreal in itself. It's a blessing. Knowing that international audiences are watching and feeling something we created -- that's what we live for as actors, " Chandan concluded.

- IANS

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Rahul S.
Chandan Anand is such an underrated actor! His performance in Class was brilliant. Glad to see him getting recognition with Dharma and Cannes. More power to talented actors who focus on craft rather than just stardom 🙌
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Priya M.
His dedication to reading the script 100 times shows true passion! In today's fast-paced industry, few actors go this deep into character study. Hope Homebound gets a theatrical release - would love to watch his performance on big screen!
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Arjun K.
While I appreciate his acting skills, I wish he'd chosen a more original project than another Dharma production. Our industry needs more fresh voices beyond the usual banners. That said, his process is inspiring!
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Shweta R.
"You stop performing. You start being." - What a beautiful way to describe acting! As someone who's followed Chandan since his theatre days, it's heartwarming to see him shine. More such thoughtful actors please! ❤️
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Vikram P.
His work in Kankhajura is brilliant! The way he portrays Roshan's emotional turmoil is so real. Hope this Cannes recognition opens more doors for him internationally. Indian cinema needs global ambassadors like him!
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Neha T.
Interesting how he mentions building a personal backstory for his characters. Shows why some performances feel so lived-in while others feel superficial. More actors should adopt this approach! 👏

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