Mumbai, Actor Anil Kapoor, who has taken over the hosting duties of "Bigg Boss OTT 3" from his friend Salman Khan, on Tuesday said it would be wrong to say that he has "replaced" the superstar as both of them have their own respective roles. Have status. ,
Colors TV's reality show "Bigg Boss" is synonymous with Khan, who has been hosting it since its fourth season. To kick off the proceedings of the third season of its OTT version, the makers have roped in Kapoor.
Kapoor, who has co-starred with Khan in films like "No Entry", "Race 3", "Biwi No. 1" and "Yuvraj", said the former presenter is excited about him stepping in as host .
“He is irreplaceable and so am I.Everyone is asking this question but it is very wrong. No one can take the place of Salman Khan. Similarly, no one can replace Anil Kapoor. I talked to him about it and he was excited that I'd taken over the reins." A non-fiction show.
The actor told reporters here, “I wanted to do something different for a long time.I have done many films, judged shows but nothing like 'Bigg Boss', so I am very excited for it." Press conference of "Bigg Boss OTT" season three.
Describing Khan as his younger brother and friend, Kapoor said that "replacement" is a wrong word and actors are often replaced for various reasons.
“Everyone has work, sometimes for some reason someone can't do it or doesn't have time to do it. Lately, I've been replaced.I don't know the reason for the change, but things like this happen.
He said, "Many people have taken my place, I have also taken people's place. We are just doing a job, we should do it very honestly and sincerely."
The 67-year-old also didn't seem fazed when asked about being trolled on social media and being pitted against Khan as a host.
“Do this (trolling).How does it matter? Trolling is now a part of life. It's a part of social media, you have to face it. I have worked honestly and sincerely and by the grace of God most of the times it (feedback) has been positive.
"Sometimes, some things don't work. Even when things don't work, I still keep doing different things. I've been here (in the industry) for 45 years and I must have done something right ."My career) is why I'm still here today," he said.
Kapoor, who was last seen in this year's action drama "Fighter", said he is looking forward to exploring new kinds of films and shows like "Bigg Boss OTT 3".
"I'm at that stage in my career where I want to do something that I've never done before. I've kind of done a non-fiction thing on the film front, which was a global success, i.e. 'Slumdog Millionaire ' '.
“I have done fiction shows on OTT ('The Night Manager') and television ('24'). So, this ('Bigg Boss OTT 3') was something I had not done.I thought why not do this? “I'm happy to do that,” he said.
Fights are common in every house and Kapoor said, as the host, he will deal with disputes in the 'Bigg Boss' house intelligently.
"If someone crosses my limits, I have to be fair and firm. There will be some things which will be controversial in 'Bigg Boss' and they may be uncomfortable, but all these things happen and it happens in life too. What is important is how you handle it.
“If the contestant lies to me, I can handle it.I will know if he is lying to me. But it would be bad if they lie to themselves. I have to show some empathy and discipline. I will also have to talk sensibly with them. I have to stay true to myself.Some people may like it, some may not, but I promise to remain true to myself in every situation.''
Is there any celebrity whom he would like to see in the "Bigg Boss" house?
Kapoor said that he would like Khan, Kapil Sharma, Karan Johar and himself to join the reality show as contestants, which should be hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
Starring over a dozen celebrity contestants, "Bigg Boss OTT 3" will premiere on June 21 at 9 pm on JioCinema Premium.
The makers have promised interactive features and an unfiltered ad-free 24-hour live channel, which will provide viewers with an immersive OTT experience.
The upcoming season is produced by Endemolishin India, part of the Banijay Group.
Colors TV's reality show "Bigg Boss" is synonymous with Khan, who has been hosting it since its fourth season. To kick off the proceedings of the third season of its OTT version, the makers have roped in Kapoor.
Kapoor, who has co-starred with Khan in films like "No Entry", "Race 3", "Biwi No. 1" and "Yuvraj", said the former presenter is excited about him stepping in as host .
“He is irreplaceable and so am I.Everyone is asking this question but it is very wrong. No one can take the place of Salman Khan. Similarly, no one can replace Anil Kapoor. I talked to him about it and he was excited that I'd taken over the reins." A non-fiction show.
The actor told reporters here, “I wanted to do something different for a long time.I have done many films, judged shows but nothing like 'Bigg Boss', so I am very excited for it." Press conference of "Bigg Boss OTT" season three.
Describing Khan as his younger brother and friend, Kapoor said that "replacement" is a wrong word and actors are often replaced for various reasons.
“Everyone has work, sometimes for some reason someone can't do it or doesn't have time to do it. Lately, I've been replaced.I don't know the reason for the change, but things like this happen.
He said, "Many people have taken my place, I have also taken people's place. We are just doing a job, we should do it very honestly and sincerely."
The 67-year-old also didn't seem fazed when asked about being trolled on social media and being pitted against Khan as a host.
“Do this (trolling).How does it matter? Trolling is now a part of life. It's a part of social media, you have to face it. I have worked honestly and sincerely and by the grace of God most of the times it (feedback) has been positive.
"Sometimes, some things don't work. Even when things don't work, I still keep doing different things. I've been here (in the industry) for 45 years and I must have done something right ."My career) is why I'm still here today," he said.
Kapoor, who was last seen in this year's action drama "Fighter", said he is looking forward to exploring new kinds of films and shows like "Bigg Boss OTT 3".
"I'm at that stage in my career where I want to do something that I've never done before. I've kind of done a non-fiction thing on the film front, which was a global success, i.e. 'Slumdog Millionaire ' '.
“I have done fiction shows on OTT ('The Night Manager') and television ('24'). So, this ('Bigg Boss OTT 3') was something I had not done.I thought why not do this? “I'm happy to do that,” he said.
Fights are common in every house and Kapoor said, as the host, he will deal with disputes in the 'Bigg Boss' house intelligently.
"If someone crosses my limits, I have to be fair and firm. There will be some things which will be controversial in 'Bigg Boss' and they may be uncomfortable, but all these things happen and it happens in life too. What is important is how you handle it.
“If the contestant lies to me, I can handle it.I will know if he is lying to me. But it would be bad if they lie to themselves. I have to show some empathy and discipline. I will also have to talk sensibly with them. I have to stay true to myself.Some people may like it, some may not, but I promise to remain true to myself in every situation.''
Is there any celebrity whom he would like to see in the "Bigg Boss" house?
Kapoor said that he would like Khan, Kapil Sharma, Karan Johar and himself to join the reality show as contestants, which should be hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.
Starring over a dozen celebrity contestants, "Bigg Boss OTT 3" will premiere on June 21 at 9 pm on JioCinema Premium.
The makers have promised interactive features and an unfiltered ad-free 24-hour live channel, which will provide viewers with an immersive OTT experience.
The upcoming season is produced by Endemolishin India, part of the Banijay Group.
