I just love negative roles, says actor Vivaan Arora

Why did you go back to your hometown, Ludhiana, from Mumbai?

In 2017, my father faced losses in business and the situation went to bankruptcy, so I took a break and went to Ludhiana from Mumbai. It was a tough decision, but necessary.

How does it feel coming back to the industry after four years?

After four years my mind is relaxed and now since everything is good, I am open to acting again. The desire to be in front of the camera was always there, so I am looking out for the right role - be it daily soap or web series or a reality show.

What kind of roles are you looking for?

I love negative roles. You can give a good performance, you can try different things, but in positive role, you must keep doing one thing daily!

Did you miss acting during your break?

I missed it very much but in the last four years, I was so busy that I had to give all my time to my business. In between some offers came too, which I had to let go. I wanted to focus on one thing at a time.

How did you get your first break in acting?

My first break in acting was with Mukesh Khanna ji. It was for an advertisement. I got rejected many times before this. But it was a good experience for a newcomer.

Did you take any formal training in acting?

I did theatre for three-four years in Mumbai. The experience really helped me understand acting as a craft better.

You have done Punjabi films Aish Kar Lai, Ek Wari Haan Karde and Dramebaaz Kalakar. What’s your take on Punjabi cinema?

I did two Punjabi movies and shows till 2015. After that I got busy and was not able to pursue acting. Punjabi industry is quite big now, especially with so many music videos. The Punjabi entertainment industry is here to stay!