Manoj Pahwa’s recent line-up of projects is testimony that he is more than just a funnyman. In 2022, the actor delivered poignant and nuanced performances in Ayushmann Khurrana’s Anek, and Mili, co-starring Janhvi Kapoor. He admits that while breaking away from stereotypes is always rewarding, the willingness to bet on actors to deliver something different is a risk that filmmakers must take. 

Anubhav Sinha