Actor Iqbal Khan, known for his iconic role as Angad in the serial ‘Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai’, is set to return to the screen in a new avatar in the upcoming action series ‘Commander Karan Saxena’. In this series, Khan takes on the role of Nasir Khan, a character unlike any he has portrayed in his 23-24 year career. This pulp fiction story, which involves a RAW agent uncovering a high-stakes mystery filled with political intrigue and betrayal, marks a significant departure from his previous roles. Below are key highlights from Iqbal Khan’s insights into his challenging new role and the series itself.
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- New Challenge: Iqbal Khan describes Nasir Khan as the darkest character he has played in his career spanning over two decades.
- Character Appeal: The complexity and depth of Nasir Khan’s character were key factors that attracted Iqbal to the role.
- Character Traits: Despite being portrayed as a larger-than-life figure in the script, Iqbal aimed to keep Nasir simple and relatable on screen.
- Realism Over Filmy: Iqbal’s goal was to portray Nasir realistically, avoiding typical cinematic clichés to maintain authenticity.
- Director’s Vision: Director Jatin’s vision for the character aligned with Iqbal’s approach, emphasizing simplicity and depth.
- Primary Plot: Nasir Khan is central to the series’ plot, driving the narrative forward with his actions and decisions.
- Series Theme: ‘Commander Karan Saxena’ revolves around a RAW agent embroiled in a complex mystery filled with political intrigue and betrayal.
- Main Cast: Gurmeet Choudhary stars as the titular character, with Hruta Durgule also playing a significant role.
- Production: The series is produced by Rajeshwar Nair and Krishnan Iyer under the banner of Keylight Productions.
- Release Date: ‘Commander Karan Saxena’ will be available for streaming from July 8 on Disney+ Hotstar.
