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Exclusive - Aadesh Chaudhary embraces the digital shift: OTT platforms let me explore as an actor

Exclusive - Aadesh Chaudhary embraces the digital shift: OTT platforms let me explore as an actor

Time of India02-06-2025

Aadesh Chaudhary, a familiar face in Indian television, has been winning hearts for years with his nuanced performances and grounded on-screen persona. From portraying sensitive leads to intense supporting characters, Aadesh has carved a niche for himself in the television industry through a string of memorable roles in popular serials like Laagi Tujhse Lagan, Sasural Simar Ka, Yeh Dil Sun Raha Hai, and Diya Aur Baati Hum.
Each of these shows not only cemented his standing as a dependable actor but also showcased his ability to bring emotional authenticity to every role.
The actor describes his shift to digital as both organic and deeply aspirational. 'I have done a lot of television, and when the OTT boom happened, I really wished to see myself on big OTT platforms,' he shares. 'So I thought, why not try something new and challenging in the OTT world?'
True to his words, Aadesh has already begun making his mark in the digital space.
His roles in web projects such as Sabse Bada Rupaiya, Chitta Ve, The H Files, and Bhram have shown a refreshing versatility, allowing him to shed the constraints of conventional television tropes and explore characters with greater psychological depth and narrative complexity. Each performance brings a new shade of his craft to the fore, and he credits this shift for invigorating his artistic spirit.
'The experience has been really good,' Aadesh reflects.
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'Unlike daily soaps where there are time constraints and you shoot multiple scenes in a day, web series give you the space to breathe and build your character scene by scene. That kind of preparation is a luxury—and a gift—for an actor.'
He continues, 'OTT platforms have opened a whole new world for performers like me. They offer creative satisfaction. You're not boxed into doing the same thing repeatedly. You get the freedom to experiment, to explore different genres, and to take risks that television rarely allows.
I've grown as an actor because of this change.'
Indeed, for Aadesh, this transition is more than just a career move—it's a creative rebirth. At a time when many actors struggle to stay relevant amid rapid shifts in the industry, he has embraced change with grace and curiosity. 'Unpredictability is a part of this industry,' he acknowledges. 'I've learned to accept that and move forward with an open mind. I take one day at a time, and I try to remain grounded.
At the end of the day, what matters most is happiness and creative fulfillment.
That's what I'm chasing now.'
Even when he's not on set, Aadesh stays connected to his craft. 'I keep watching films, working on monologues, and doing acting exercises. It helps me stay sharp, stay ready. As an actor, you have to keep feeding your passion.'
While his current focus is the digital realm, Aadesh hasn't ruled out a return to the small screen. 'I'm absolutely open to television,' he says with sincerity. 'If the role is strong and the story excites me, I won't hesitate. For me, it's not about the medium—it's about the work. Whether it's a web series, a film, or a TV show, if my heart is in it, I'm all in.'
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