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Darshan Kumar is happy with the kind of boom the OTT space is now witnessing, and feels this is an ideal phase for actors and other creative talent. But, the actor asserts that makers must not compromise on quality of content being put out.

“OTT platforms are celebrating real talent, as content has become the hero, which is a win-win situation for all. But, makers need to be cautious, as audience is smart and aware. They are getting to watch Korean shows and international content, so our product has to be at par with their standard,” says the actor, adding that makers are now working towards raising the bar.

Having starred in web shows The Family Man (TFM) and Aashram, to name a few, Kumar adds that audience can now instantly give their feedback on his work, something which he says gives him a ‘boost’. “The hate messages for Major Sameer in The Family Man 2 and Toofan, positive messages for my role of Major

Raunaq (Avrodh…) or sub-inspector Ujagar (Aashram) — this real feedback, be it hate or love, is what I was always yearning for,” he shares.

During his stint in showbiz, the actor has managed to strike a balance between positive and negative roles. However, he admits that playing a negative role demands more sweat and blood: “In TFM 2, I had to convince myself that I am anti India; to justify that was really taxing. In my last flick, where I am shown with one eye, I had kept that side covered for nearly two

Before the second wave, he had completed two films, one of which is with R Madhavan. “I’ll be in Ayodhya shoot for the third season of Aashram hopefully by September end. I have signed two big projects; something m happen in between as well. Problem i