In a vis-a-vis conversation, Rithvik tells us how is it hosting with Mouni, doing an array of reality shows and his comeback to acting in fiction...
You are already guns blazing in the comic front while Mouni
seems to be the serious one in the hosting department. So do you think she would be
having a tough time hosting it?
I am sure, anybody would have a tough time as
she is hosting a show for the first time. I, myself had a very difficult period
when I hosted my first show. I don't blame her for that at all, a bit more time
and she will be amazing the way she already is. On sets, she is fantastic and
is emerging as a beautiful host gradually! With a couple of shoots more, things
will get much more eased up! And I am very happy that it is Mouni doing this,
as I know her very well; she is a dear friend.
So Rithvik, how is this show different from the array of
shows you have hosted so far?
This show in itself is very different to be totally honest.
When it comes to hosting a dance reality show, the space is pretty much the
same. However, the essence of every show I host is always very different. For
eg- the last show I hosted was India's Best Dramebaaz' where the essence was
kids as there is an innocence and honesty that they bring to the stage.
Whereas, here things are totally different, because here, the dance prowess and
technique you get to see on stage is what to carry the show forward. So, I
think, this is totally different from all of that. And So You Think You Can
Dance' is a show that all of us have grown up watching and loving the videos and
performances. And now it has finally come to India. So, it is a great honour!
Do you think TV actors' dancing and other skills are
underutilized when it comes to portraying them on the shows they work in?
Yes! Absolutely! In the story formats of our serials, there
is very little scope of dancing and songs as there are highly montaged
sequences! But, I think that has changed in the recent times, where there are
storylines developing around dance, example Dil Dosti Dance'.
How different is it working with a female co-anchor
rather than a male co-anchor?
Oh, its totally different! The past two shows I have done
are with male anchors! And with male anchors, its totally different as you can
be the buffoons and the monkey that you are. But, with a female anchor, you
cannot be that, and if you become that, you are the only one who is that! With a
female anchor, it's a different dynamic and it demands you to keep the energy
levels high!
Rithvik, you have been off the fiction space for a long time
now? Do you see a good show happening anytime soon or is it a conscious effort
to stay off it?
No, it isn't a conscious effort at all. I think if there is
a fantastic script which comes knocking at my door, I will be more than happy
to work on it. I have been getting several offers till now, where some of them I
thought of giving a pass and some I really wanted to work on, but some things
didn't materialize! I am hoping things get better soon.
Well, we hope so too!
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Comments (13)
You work with bharati and sugandha then particularly decide
7 years ago
Keep rocking Mouni Roy.You r the best.Love always.
8 years ago
all the best Mouni Roy keep shining
8 years ago
Rithvik you rock missing you on tv shows hope you come back soon keep rocking and stay bless!!!!!!!!
8 years ago
Mouni roy Keep rocking and shining All the best for ur hosting stint
8 years ago
As usual you were superb as host in SYTUCD Rithvik Dhanjani. Love you loads
8 years ago
Thanks for the interview IF but I think you guys have missed to upload some parts of the interview. Please upload Rithvik Dhanjani's full interview. Where is the part which is stated in the article heading? ie: "You need to balance work and love-life; and its doable"- Rithvik Dhanjani
8 years ago
Love you Mouni Roy You'll rock as a host too!
8 years ago
Rithvik is a fantastic host!!!!
8 years ago
b mouni roy-u did an amazing job in naagin...will love to watch u do hosting for the first time/b
8 years ago