<p>Actor Sanjay Kapoor says that the emergence of the digital medium does is not a threat to the ‘big screen experience’ as both platforms can co-exist. He also opens up about his latest web series <em>The Gone Game</em> and reveals that shooting for the Voot select original was a nice experience even though he did not get to meet his co-stars.</p>.<p>(Edited excerpts from interview with <em>DH</em>)</p>.<p><strong>Also read:</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/the-gone-game-series-review-an-outstanding-thriller-875649.html" target="_blank">'The Gone Game’ series review: An outstanding thriller</a></strong><br /><br /><strong>How was the experience of (remotely) shooting for <em>The Gone Case</em>?</strong></p>.<p>Shooting for <em>The Gone Game</em> was quite an experience. I could not meet the director in person but he has done a fantastic job. The only sad part was that I did not get to meet my co-actors. I hope that we get to catch up during the second season.</p>.<p><strong>What is your take on the ‘theatres vs OTT’ debate? Is the rise of the digital medium a threat to the ‘big-screen experience'?</strong></p>.<p>People talk along these lines every time a new medium comes up/emerges. However, there is no debate as such. Both platforms will remain/co-exist. Nothing is going to disappear. Watching a movie in a theatre is still an (enjoyable) experience.</p>.<p><strong>How different is the digital medium when compared to TV and cinema?</strong></p>.<p>Each platform has its own pace. TV is fast as the deadlines are quite tight. Web shows give you more time (the pace is slower) while films give you a lot more time. However, at the end of the day, an actor’s job to act irrespective of the medium.</p>.<p><strong>What is the biggest takeaway from your professional journey?</strong></p>.<p>In this field, everyone needs to learn the craft over the years. In a way, as an actor, you will always be a learner. New experiences will help you learn something new.</p>.<p><strong>How do you deal with failure?</strong></p>.<p>You need to fight it out. One must enjoy himself/herself when something good happens. However, when something bad happens, one needs to work towards making things good (right)</p>.<p><strong>Any advice for newcomers/aspiring artistes?</strong></p>.<p>You need to \focus on your work and strive to make things right. It is also important to have a positive attitude (towards life).</p>
<p>Actor Sanjay Kapoor says that the emergence of the digital medium does is not a threat to the ‘big screen experience’ as both platforms can co-exist. He also opens up about his latest web series <em>The Gone Game</em> and reveals that shooting for the Voot select original was a nice experience even though he did not get to meet his co-stars.</p>.<p>(Edited excerpts from interview with <em>DH</em>)</p>.<p><strong>Also read:</strong> <strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/the-gone-game-series-review-an-outstanding-thriller-875649.html" target="_blank">'The Gone Game’ series review: An outstanding thriller</a></strong><br /><br /><strong>How was the experience of (remotely) shooting for <em>The Gone Case</em>?</strong></p>.<p>Shooting for <em>The Gone Game</em> was quite an experience. I could not meet the director in person but he has done a fantastic job. The only sad part was that I did not get to meet my co-actors. I hope that we get to catch up during the second season.</p>.<p><strong>What is your take on the ‘theatres vs OTT’ debate? Is the rise of the digital medium a threat to the ‘big-screen experience'?</strong></p>.<p>People talk along these lines every time a new medium comes up/emerges. However, there is no debate as such. Both platforms will remain/co-exist. Nothing is going to disappear. Watching a movie in a theatre is still an (enjoyable) experience.</p>.<p><strong>How different is the digital medium when compared to TV and cinema?</strong></p>.<p>Each platform has its own pace. TV is fast as the deadlines are quite tight. Web shows give you more time (the pace is slower) while films give you a lot more time. However, at the end of the day, an actor’s job to act irrespective of the medium.</p>.<p><strong>What is the biggest takeaway from your professional journey?</strong></p>.<p>In this field, everyone needs to learn the craft over the years. In a way, as an actor, you will always be a learner. New experiences will help you learn something new.</p>.<p><strong>How do you deal with failure?</strong></p>.<p>You need to fight it out. One must enjoy himself/herself when something good happens. However, when something bad happens, one needs to work towards making things good (right)</p>.<p><strong>Any advice for newcomers/aspiring artistes?</strong></p>.<p>You need to \focus on your work and strive to make things right. It is also important to have a positive attitude (towards life).</p>