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Yash Soni: Maaran’s National Award win reshaped my image
Yash Soni's Gujarati film 'Maaran' won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Gujarati at the 72nd National Film Awards, the Times of India reports. Soni, who played the extremist…
The Story in Brief
Yash Soni's Gujarati film 'Maaran' won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Gujarati at the 72nd National Film Awards, the Times of India reports. Soni, who played the extremist Ratan, said the role required a drastic change in appearance and pushed him beyond his comfort zone. He called comparisons with Malayalam star Fahadh Faasil, whom he admires, humbling and motivating. The actor learned of the award while travelling to Manali and described the moment as wonderful. His first film, 'Chhello Divas', released in 2015. He has since wrapped a new project, 'Gol Dhana', with Janki Bodiwala.
The Indian Opinion
The media loves to build up regional cinema as an underdog, but the real story is simpler: a good film won an award. Comparisons with Fahadh Faasil are flattering, yet premature, one National Award does not a career make. The test will be Yash Soni's next release, 'Gol Dhana'. Can he repeat the nuance, or was 'Ratan' a one-off?
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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