Dino Morea praises Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna for their hit performances, saying the internet has made them more popular than ever. He also says his own films like ‘Raaz’ and ‘Aksar’ would have been even bigger if they released today.
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The digital era has reshaped how stardom works in Bollywood. And, actor Dino Morea isn’t shy about praising his peers for riding this wave successfully. Speaking to IANS, Morea lauded Bobby Deol and Akshaye Khanna for their recent performances noting how the internet has amplified their reach and made their work go viral like never before.
Bobby Deol’s recent appearance in ‘Animal’ had audiences talking, especially for his entry song ‘Jamal Kudu’ and his signature hook step. The clip went viral trending across social media platforms and winning new fans.
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Similarly Akshaye Khanna’s entry in ‘Dhurandhar’ accompanied by the catchy track ‘FA9LA’ and his stylish moves created a similar frenzy online.
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Dino Morea, who has shared screen space with many Bollywood stars and carved his niche in films like ‘Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi’, ‘Raaz’, and ‘Aksar’, joined the chorus of praise.
“The way Bobby has got his chance to shine in ‘Animal’ and Akshaye in ‘Dhurandhar’ is incredible,” he said.
Reflecting on his career, Dino noted how stardom functioned differently during his peak years. “When I had ‘Raaz’ as a success or ‘Aksar’ as a success, there was really no social media. People watched the films in theatres, and that word-of-mouth from the audience carried everything,” he explained.
Dino shared that ‘Raaz’ reached audiences from remote villages to metropolitan cities.
“Even today, people associate me with those films, and that’s a beautiful feeling,” he said.
Comparing the past with today, Dino emphasised how digital platforms have transformed visibility. “Now, you don’t even need to see the film in a theatre. Clips, songs, and moments are everywhere online, spreading faster and wider than ever,” he said.
He believes that if he had debuted in today’s age with a role like Bobby’s in ‘Animal’ or Akshaye’s in ‘Dhurandhar’, the response would have been just as explosive.
“I would probably have the same craze that they are enjoying today. And I feel fantastic for both of them because they are brilliant,” Dino added.
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