Nagabhushan Interview: I'm an actor who does comedy, not a comedy actor

There’s often talk about the next 'hero'—the larger-than-life figure—flexing his way into theatres and audiences' hearts. That’s what proves I’m an actor.” Despite the tags, Nagabhushan insists on one thing—he isn’t a ‘comedy actor’ but an "an actor who does comedy.” That nuance is everything. But even in that struggle, he rented a house and let all of us stay together.” Nagabhushan gets emotional when he talks about Dhananjay’s belief in him. Just like his previous films Ikkat, Tagaru Palya, and the upcoming Vasupal, the title Vidyapati, starring Malaika Vasupal as the female lead, is also built around a woman’s identity. But I told them that if I’m doing it, people will expect humour,” he says, adding, “They were flexible, gave full freedom, and worked on a version that fit.” So, what is Vidyapati about?