Dharmesh Vyas: Portraying Hemraj has been a monumental challenge

Mumbai, Feb 11 (IANS) Actor Dharmesh Vyas, who will be playing a pivotal role in the upcoming show ‘Kuch Reet Jagat Ki Aisi Hai’, said that portraying Hemraj has been a monumental challenge, as well as an opportunity for him to create awareness and build a conversation around malpractice like dowry.The thought-provoking show, follows Nandini's journey (essayed by Meera Deosthale), who is deeply rooted in tradition but also raises objections to any belief that disregards the dignity of a woman.This show puts the spotlight on the prevailing ‘Dahej Pratha’ that plagues our society, with Nandini confronting her father-in-law, Hemraj Ratanshi (portrayed by Dharmesh), and making a powerful demand – “mujhe mera dahej waapas chahiye.Dharmesh embodies the role of Hemraj Ratanshi, Nandini’s father-in-law, who is conservative and a reflection of the patriarchal society.About the concept of the show and his character, Dharmesh said: “Some characters are created to underline what should not be done in society, such is the character of Hemraj. While I am against this crime which is disguised in the name of tradition, portraying Hemraj has been a monumental challenge as well as an opportunity for me to create awareness and build a conversation against such practices.“Hemraj Ratanshi is a hardcore businessman who marches to the beat of his drum; he's truly an enigma, with his actions and thoughts often veering into unpredictable territory. I've transformed myself physically for this role, growing out my beard and graying my hair so that I can effectively bring out the cold and calculative nature of this character, he said.Dharmesh added: “Portraying the character of Hemraj is the biggest role of my life because it challenges my own character.‘Kuch Reet Jagat Ki Aisi Hai’ will air from February 19 on Sony.--IANSsp/kvd

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