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Riteish Deshmukh opens up about his selective approach to negative roles, stressing the importance of a character's emotional journey. The actor has turned down numerous antagonist offers that lacked compelling narratives. His upcoming film Raid 2 marks another collaboration with trusted director Raj Kumar Gupta. Deshmukh's methodical script choices reflect his commitment to quality over quantity in Bollywood.

Key Points: Riteish Deshmukh on choosing scripts based on character emotional graph

  • Riteish prioritizes emotional depth in antagonist roles like Raid 2
  • Rejected 10-12 negative roles due to weak scripts
  • Trusts director Raj Kumar Gupta blindly after Pill collaboration
  • Credits Ek Villain and Marjaavaan success to layered character arcs
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Character's emotional graph is important: Riteish Deshmukh's mantra for choosing scripts

Riteish Deshmukh reveals his script selection process for negative roles like Raid 2, emphasizing character depth over typecasting.

"I should like the story and then I should like the character... it is very important for me to have an emotional graph of the character - Riteish Deshmukh"

Mumbai, April 30

Riteish Deshmukh is set to play the role of an antagonist, a corrupt politician, in the upcoming film Raid 2, starring Ajay Devgn in the lead role.

After an impressive performance as the antagonist in 'Ek Villian' and 'Marjaavaan', the fans of the 'Ved' actor are eagerly waiting for his next film 'Raid 2' which features him as a corrupt politician.

For the actor, the film's script is a major factor for him to decide if he wants to don a negative role in it or not.

Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Riteish Deshmukh shared that he often focuses on the emotional graph of his character while reading the script.

"I should like the story and then I should like the character. What am I doing in the film? And it is very important for me to have an emotional graph of the character, which was in Ek Villain, which was in Marjawa and I think which is also in Raid 2," said Riteish.

The actor also revealed that he has rejected at least 10-12 films in which he was offered a negative role.

"It is not that I have ever thought that I have to play the role of an antagonist or do films. That depends on the film. There were at least 10-12 films in between to which I said no, in which there was the role of an antagonist because I did not like that story. It is not that I have to play the role of an antagonist or play the role of a big hero," added Riteish.

The 'Ved' actor also shared his experience working with the Raid director Raj Kumar Gupta. After working with him in TV series 'Pill', Riteish said that he trusts Raj so much that never questions his judgements by watching the monitor or participating in the edit department of the production.

"There is a trust factor. I did Pill series with Raj sir and now when I am doing Raid, I feel that I know for the fact that whatever work I do, I do not need to look at the monitor. Nor do I need to go to the edit to see what work has been done. It is not that I need to go to the edit. But it happens that they say, show some scene," said Riteish Deshmukh.

"I do not see the scene, I do not even look at the monitor because that is how much I trust Raj sir," added the actor.

'Raid 2' also stars Vaani Kapoor in a key role. The movie is slated to release in theatres on May 1.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Riteish is such an underrated actor! Loved him in Ved and now excited to see him as a villain again. His choice of roles shows he's not just a star kid but a serious performer. Waiting for Raid 2! 🤩
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Amit S.
Interesting how he focuses on emotional graph rather than just screen time. Most actors would jump at negative roles for visibility. Respect for being choosy! Though I hope he doesn't get typecast as villain now.
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Neha R.
His performance in Ek Villain was mind-blowing! That scene where he breaks down still gives me chills. Hope Raid 2 gives him similar scope to perform. Bollywood needs more actors who think about character depth.
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Rahul M.
Not sure about this combo - Ajay Devgn as hero and Riteish as villain. Both have similar intense styles. Might end up looking like two tigers in one jungle. But will watch for sure!
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Sneha P.
Love how he talks about trusting his director completely. Shows real professionalism. In our film industry where everyone wants to interfere, this is refreshing. More power to team Raid 2!
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Vikram D.
Hope the corrupt politician role has some depth. These days every film shows politicians as pure evil without any layers. Riteish has the talent to bring nuance if the writing supports him.

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