Sharad Kelkar, whose latest web series Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web is currently trending at the top on Netflix, has revealed that his character in the crime thriller takes inspiration from Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Angry Young Man roles from the 1980s.

Sharad Kelkar says his Taskaree character draws from Amitabh Bachchan’s Angry Young Man era

Sharad Kelkar says his Taskaree character draws from Amitabh Bachchan’s Angry Young Man era

Speaking about the influence, Kelkar acknowledged Bachchan’s lasting impact on him during his formative years. “Who hasn’t been a fan of Mr. Bachchan? He’s a phenomenal actor. Though not as an adult, he had a huge influence on me as a child. I even used to style my hair like him,” the actor shared, adding that the reference goes beyond surface-level swagger.

Elaborating on how the inspiration is woven into the narrative, Kelkar explained that his character’s backstory is set in the same decade that defined Bachchan’s Angry Young Man phase. “My character is a fan of his. There’s a moment where he goes for a haircut, and Bachchan’s photograph is placed in front of him, prompting that particular hairstyle. That swag is just a small part of the larger story,” he said.

In Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web, Kelkar essays the role of Bada Chaudhary, a powerful smuggling kingpin. Reflecting on the character, he noted that the role pushed him into unfamiliar territory. “It forced me to explore a darker psychology, and I’m glad I took that risk,” he said.

Created by Neeraj Pandey, the series features a tense face-off between crime networks and customs authorities, with Emraan Hashmi and Sharad Kelkar leading the cast. Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web is currently streaming on Netflix.

Also Read: Sharad Kelkar on playing his darkest role yet in Taskaree: “It forced me to explore a darker psychology and I’m glad I took that risk”

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