Gajendra Chauhan to portray demon on TV

Mumbai Feb 11 (IANS) Actor Gajendra Chauhan former chairman of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) will soon be seen as a demon on TV.

Gajendra best known for playing Yudhishthir in B.R. Chopra s "Mahabharat" will essay the role of Dambhasura in Sony Entertainment Television show "Vighnaharta Ganesh" read a statement.

"I am portraying the role of Dambhasura -- the leader of rakshasas (demons) who plans to take over lord Shiv s abode in Kailasa. I have been associated with more than 100 mythological serials in the past but it s the first time that I am portraying the role of an asura (demon).

"It s a powerful role where he challenges Shiv in his own abode. I am sure the viewers will like the negative shade of Dambhasur that I am portraying in Vighnaharta Ganesh " said Gajendra.

The actor s stint on the ongoing show will be aired next week.

--IANS
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