Manav Gohil Examines the Cinematic Influence of the TV Drama Era of the 1990s

Ahead of the premiere of his new program “Dabangii Mulgii Aayi Re Aayi,” actor Manav Gohil has spoken out about how strong the writing was in the television dramas of the 1990s and how movies would really borrow ideas and storylines from TV series to create their own films.

Manav is well-known for his roles in television series such as “Manshaa,” “Kkusum,” and “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii.” For the first time in his career, he will play a uniformed inspector in the new program.

In an interview with IANS, Manav discussed his persona, the TV industry’s peak, trends, and more.

Manav responded, “Yes, right away we can conclude that the shows that were made in the 90s were so powerful in their writing, because it was one person who was making it, conceiving it, producing, directing, and writing it,” when asked if he agreed that the late 90s and early 2000s were the best years for Indian television.

Thus, television storylines and ideas were truly applied in movies to create cinema. On the other hand, we now get allusions to and mash-ups of this and that movie. I don’t want to use the word degeneration, but television has changed—I can’t say it has progressed. Having said that, a program becomes “golden” when the correct elements come together; this was said by the speaker.

“Every year when you say this was a successful show, I am sure there must be something worthwhile the show has to offer,” the ‘Remix’ star said. Thus, I believe that the promise of “gold” in a performance comes in the way we join together, the energy, the writing, and the heart with which they are creating it.

Manav has been in show business for more than 20 years.

“The graph did go down in between but now that I see the content, it is again coming of age and time,” he added, discussing the TV graph over time.

“The creators have taken a more active role, and their material clearly demonstrates their dedication to creating high-caliber programs. The program I’m working on currently has a different format than television. It is essentially a brand-new wall game; neither its lightning nor its appearance are like those on television. Thus, I believe that things are improving,” he said.

Will series like “Kkusum,” “Kasautii Zindagii Kay,” “Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii,” and “Kahani Terrii Merrii” be able to connect with viewers today if they premiere on over-the-top (OTT) platforms now?

Manav stated: “Maybe not with the youth, because the youth have moved on to more progressive, and different kinds of content these days, but I am not sure with the youth, because it might have a repeat value for some, as it might remind them of their times.”

“They may continue to work on OTTs, but I doubt today’s youth will be consuming the same content.” The sort of information that was created two decades ago will not be accepted by the generational shift as it is two decades old and there has been at least one generational jump, he added.

Speaking candidly about his role in “Dabangii Mulgii Aayi Re Aayi,” Manav said, “I’m portraying Ankush, a straight-forward, honest police officer who fights corruption. Additionally, I believe that a person of this kind would have a very disciplined personal life.

“I can identify with Ankush’s sense of discipline, yet he is a somewhat confined, restrained, emotionally distant, and silent kind of guy. That isn’t who I am,” he said in closing.

The captivating story of the show follows a daughter as she sets out to locate and reunite with her father, only to discover a world full of complicated connections and unspoken secrets that will completely upend her life.

Starring Maahi Bhadra, Sai Deodhar, Aamir Dalvi, and Manav, they bring the show’s compelling characters to life by delving into their many facets and examining the ongoing struggle between good and evil.

It will have its Sony debut on October 30.