Avika Gor and her an innate desire to explore different realms of storytelling

Actress Avika Gor who made her acting debut with ldquoSsshhhhKoi Hairdquo in 2007 but gained the spotlight with her performance as Anandi in Balika Vadhu said that her innate desire is to explore different realms of storytelling and challenge herself creatively Avika made her film debut with the Telugu movie Uyyala Jampala in 2013 before her big break in Hindi came with the horror film 1920 Horrors of the HeartldquoI truly appreciate the beauty of storytelling on both big and small screens For me Balika Vadhu was a profound journey on television where I had the privilege of exploring complex narratives and touching the hearts of the viewers with its powerful messagesrdquo Avika told IANS ldquoTransitioning to the big screen with 1920 was equally exhilarating as I got to immerse myself in a cinematic world filled with suspense and intrigue captivating the audience in a whole new wayrdquo she saidAvika also said that these experiences shaped her as an actor and deepened her appreciation for the diverse platforms through which stories can be toldThe actress was last seen on the small screen in the 2019 stuntbased reality show Fear Factor Khatron Ke Khiladi 9 hosted by Rohit ShettySo what made her take a step back from the small screenldquoTelevision has been an incredible journey for me filled with unforgettable experiences and boundless love from the viewers However as an artiste I have an innate desire to explore different realms of storytelling and challenge myself creativelyrdquo she told IANSAvika who won the Rajiv Gandhi Award in 2009 for her work in Balika Vadhu said that while television has provided her with endless opportunities for growth and connection she feels drawn to explore the dynamic and diverse landscape of cinemaldquoIm excited about the prospect of delving into new characters narratives and cinematic experiences and I believe that this shift will not only broaden my horizons but also allow me to connect with the audience in new and meaningful ways I believe in lsquonever say neverrsquo but right now my focus is on being in moviesrdquo said the 26yearold actressIn 2023 Avika talked about her work in the show Sasural Simar Ka in a podcast where she shared that she did bizarre things from being stabbed with a trishul to getting resurrected several times marrying over three to four times to even advising a ghost to go against the lawDoes Avika agree that smallscreen content is regressive even todayldquoTelevision like any medium reflects a spectrum of content ranging from traditional to progressive narratives While there may still be instances of regressive content on the small screen its important to acknowledge the strides that have been made towards more inclusive and thoughtprovoking storytellingrdquo she said Avika also said that shows like Balika Vadhu have paved the way for meaningful discussions on societal issues demonstrating the power of television to spark positive changesldquoSimultaneously the rise of OTT platforms has provided creators with a newfound freedom to explore unconventional narratives and push boundaries leading to a diverse array of content that resonates with the audience globallyrdquo she saidStating that both mediums have their strengths Avika said I believe that by celebrating the positives of each we can continue to elevate the quality and impact of storytelling in all its formsThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever