<p>Actor Tarun Arora says he is disappointed that his upcoming movie <em>Laxmii</em>, slated to premiere digitally on November 9, is not releasing in theatres as it had been designed for a big-screen experience. He, however, feels that a 'direct to OTT' release might help the biggie reach a wider audience.</p>.<p>"I am sad about the film not getting a theatrical release as this was always designed for the big screen. However, it is getting a vast digital release via Disney+ Hotstar and this makes up for things," he adds.</p>.<p><em>Laxmii, </em>a remake of the Tamil film Kanchana<em>, </em>features Akshay Kumar in the role of a man possessed by a 'female spirit' and is touted be a crucial release for the 'Khiladi'. The actor's transgender avatar has created a fair deal of buzz among fans.</p>.<p> Tarun, who witnessed the 'amazing' transformation first hand, says the mass hero is a hardworking actor and knows exactly what the director wants from a particular shot. </p>.<p>"He is a hardworking guy and a cool dude. He almost always knows what the director expects(wants) from him," adds the <em>Khaidi No 150 </em>baddie. </p>.<p><strong>Also read</strong>: <strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/five-horror-comedy-movies-to-watch-before-akshay-kumar-s-laxmii-911552.html" target="_blank">Five horror-comedy movies to watch before Akshay Kumar’s ‘Laxmii’</a></strong><br /><br />Tarun, who was born into a Punjabi family based in Assam, began his acting career with a supporting role in the Imtiaz Ali-directed blockbuster <em>Jab We Met</em>. He soon made his Kollywood debut with <em>Kanithan</em>, essaying a role completely different from the one played by him in the Shahid Kapoor-starrer. </p>.<p>The actor says that he is happy about his association with 'South cinema' as he has had the opportunity to work with the likes of Chiranjeevi (<em>Khaidi No 150</em>), Pawan Kalyan (<em>Katamarayudu</em>) and 'Megastar' Mammootty (<em>Mamangam</em>). </p>.<p>"I feel blessed that I got an opportunity to work with them.The four industries have different flavours," says Tarun.</p>.<p>Unlike some of his contemporaries, Tarun does not really have a take on the social media culture as he wants to focus on his career.</p>.<p>"I am not in a position to participate in what is happening on social media as the main focus on my career," he adds.</p>.<p>It remains to be seen if <em>Laxmii </em>proves to be a gamechanger for Tarun, opening new avenues for him in Hindi cinema. <br /> </p>
<p>Actor Tarun Arora says he is disappointed that his upcoming movie <em>Laxmii</em>, slated to premiere digitally on November 9, is not releasing in theatres as it had been designed for a big-screen experience. He, however, feels that a 'direct to OTT' release might help the biggie reach a wider audience.</p>.<p>"I am sad about the film not getting a theatrical release as this was always designed for the big screen. However, it is getting a vast digital release via Disney+ Hotstar and this makes up for things," he adds.</p>.<p><em>Laxmii, </em>a remake of the Tamil film Kanchana<em>, </em>features Akshay Kumar in the role of a man possessed by a 'female spirit' and is touted be a crucial release for the 'Khiladi'. The actor's transgender avatar has created a fair deal of buzz among fans.</p>.<p> Tarun, who witnessed the 'amazing' transformation first hand, says the mass hero is a hardworking actor and knows exactly what the director wants from a particular shot. </p>.<p>"He is a hardworking guy and a cool dude. He almost always knows what the director expects(wants) from him," adds the <em>Khaidi No 150 </em>baddie. </p>.<p><strong>Also read</strong>: <strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/five-horror-comedy-movies-to-watch-before-akshay-kumar-s-laxmii-911552.html" target="_blank">Five horror-comedy movies to watch before Akshay Kumar’s ‘Laxmii’</a></strong><br /><br />Tarun, who was born into a Punjabi family based in Assam, began his acting career with a supporting role in the Imtiaz Ali-directed blockbuster <em>Jab We Met</em>. He soon made his Kollywood debut with <em>Kanithan</em>, essaying a role completely different from the one played by him in the Shahid Kapoor-starrer. </p>.<p>The actor says that he is happy about his association with 'South cinema' as he has had the opportunity to work with the likes of Chiranjeevi (<em>Khaidi No 150</em>), Pawan Kalyan (<em>Katamarayudu</em>) and 'Megastar' Mammootty (<em>Mamangam</em>). </p>.<p>"I feel blessed that I got an opportunity to work with them.The four industries have different flavours," says Tarun.</p>.<p>Unlike some of his contemporaries, Tarun does not really have a take on the social media culture as he wants to focus on his career.</p>.<p>"I am not in a position to participate in what is happening on social media as the main focus on my career," he adds.</p>.<p>It remains to be seen if <em>Laxmii </em>proves to be a gamechanger for Tarun, opening new avenues for him in Hindi cinema. <br /> </p>