Actor Arjun Punjj was slated to return to TV after a hiatus with Colors TV’s show Mounraagam – Gungunati Khamoshi. However, that was not to be, owing to the unclear status of the show. Arjun will return to the TV space with the new Sony SAB show Hui Gumm Yaadein, where he is all set to play the role of Digvijay, the love interest of Srishti (Gulki Joshi). The show is produced by Sobo Films.
In an engaging and detailed exclusive talk with IWMBuzz.com, Arjun talks about his long break, his desire to play varied roles now and on his comeback with Hui Gumm Yaadein.
Read on.
Your return to TV was to happen with Mounraagam, but destiny had Gumm Hui Yaadein in store for you. How does it feel? What’s the present status of that show?
Yes, my return was supposed to happen with Mounraagam. But I am destined to return with Hui Gumm Yaadein. That show, I don’t know if it is stalled or put on hold – we had shot for a few episodes. The reason is best known to the Producer and the channel. I have no clue.
What do you expect to happen for yourself as a performer in this return journey of yours?
As a performer, I have waited a lot. Things did not work in my favour for so many years, for whatever reason; there were hits and misses. I am very hungry to get back on screen through this show, Hui Gumm Yaadein. All I can look forward to is an exciting phase as a performer.
Take us through your role in Hui Gumm Yaadein?
Digvijay is an artist. He is a breezy, rich guy, a poet, who is Srishti’s love interest. He is a chilled-out guy, a problem solver. He is the total opposite of Dr Dev.
How is it working with Iqbal Khan and Gulki?
I have known Iqbal Khan for some time now. Our kids go to the same school. We have bumped into each other quite a few times. But I am working with him and Gulki for the first time. They are brilliant and confident actors. We have a great camaraderie on the sets.
Does the medical setup of Yaadein remind you of Sanjivani?
Yes, the show reminds me of Sanjivani. The set and its medical backdrop just got me back to 2003, when I started Sanjivani. The moment I entered the set, I had a lump in my throat. Definitely, it reminds me of that show. Gurdip and I saw the first episode and were talking exactly about it.
What is on your bucket list as an actor now?
I have a lot on my bucket list. I have been waiting for a long time. I want to do a lot of work now and take all the awards home. The medium of work does not matter.
You and Gurdip have always preferred to keep a low profile when it comes to talking about personal life. How is it going for the two of you?
Yes, we keep a low profile. We are not a loud couple, calling paps everywhere and getting clicked. We want our work to speak for itself. Otherwise, people know everything about us. We have two kids. We are doing well.
What can viewers expect with your entry in Yaadein?
Viewers can expect something nice. As I said, he is a poet, a romantic at heart. So a nice, good, positive role. I hope to get the same amount of love viewers gave me in shows like Sanjivani, Woh Rehne Waali Mehlon Ki.
How does it feel to step back into the spotlight of TV?
It is great to be back in the spotlight of TV. This is a different show. The same thing happened in 2003 when Sanjivani came; there were a lot of saas bahu shows, and Sanjivani was a differentiator. Hui Gumm Yaadein is of the same league.
