Manoj Bajpayee picks scripts instinctively: “It has to be very well written. If it is badly written, nobody can save it”

Manoj Bajpayee talked about the factors he takes into account to opt for a role.

February 15, 2024 - 4:27 PM IST

This talk show Kiska Brand Bajega with Aditya Bhat has returned for the 4th season. This season, the spotlight falls on Manoj Bajpayee. With three National Awards and a career spanning decades, he has captivated audiences with his performances. But beyond the silver screen, he stands as a powerful brand, synonymous with dedication, versatility, and unwavering commitment to his craft.

Manoj Bajpayee picks scripts instinctively: “It has to be very well written. If it is badly written, nobody can save it”

In a snippet shared on social media, Manoj Bajpayee talked about the factors he takes into account to opt for a role. "It is purely instinct I would say, but also it has to be very well written. If it is badly written, nobody can save it. Even a good performance or good direction can't save it. All good scripts after two scenes or three scenes, You know, at the most they start doing something to you. But now it's up to you. The day you choose something very unique and that is where like a series Killer Soup, I picked up I said, this is the world people have not seen. So let's go ahead and do this because it is also challenging and it's new."

Meanwhile, Killer Soup also stars Konkona Sen Sharma and was available on Netflix. He will next star in Bhaiyya Ji, where he turns writer and producer.