Dilip Prabhavalkar: It was a challenging task for me to play Mahatma Gandhi on the big screen; it was an exclusive!

With a career spanning more than four decades in Hindi and Marathi theater, television, and cinema, Dilip Prabhavalkar is an acclaimed Indian Marathi actor, director, writer, and novelist.

The seasoned actor is now making waves in the media for his newly released film “Aata Vel Zaali,” which is based on the actual account of an existential crisis experienced by an elderly couple who believe they are living meaningless lives and are considering active euthanasia as an uncommon kind of relief.
In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, the actor shared details about the movie, his experience so far in the entertainment world, and other topics.

Speaking to ETimes about the film’s plot, Prabhavalkar said, “The film’s premise is based on the genuine experience of an elderly couple experiencing an existential crisis. Since we often discuss mercy killing and passive euthanasia—the taking of a person’s life because they have a terminal illness, are in pain, are unconscious, or whatever else—there is such a thing as active euthanasia. It’s called ‘Iccha-Mrityu’ in Marathi. You still claim the right to die even if I am in good bodily and mental health. That’s right—you want to die. I’ve made up my mind to die. And I will pass away contentedly. Fear is an unreal concept. They are content with their lives. Enjoy our deaths, please. We may die contentedly rather than doing this.”This is legal in the nation. such as the Netherlands, Canada, and Switzerland. This is permitted in some locations.” Additionally, Prabhavalkar said.
Prabhavalkar said, “I wanted to do something new, and when Ananth approached me with this story, it triggered a chain of thoughts I had never had before,” as he revealed specifics about his part in the movie. As soon as Anand described my role, Shishidhar Lele, to me, I said yes. It was something I had never looked into before.”
In the 2006 film “Lage Raho Munna Bhai,” Dilip Prabhavalkar won a National Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Gandhi. “Gandhi was very challenging. I performed the character part for the first time. However, he conceded it was challenging and ended the discussion.
Regarding his career, Dilip Prabhavalkar was recognized for his comic and tragic performances in a number of films, including “Ek Daav Bhutacha,” “Zapatlela,” and “Chaukat Raja.” In addition to his acting career, Prabhavalkar is a prolific author of 28 novels and the playwright of “Chuk Bhul Dyavi Ghyavi.”