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Exploring the uncharted
Updated On: 07 November, 2023 10:35 PM IST | Mumbai | Letty Mariam Abraham
Naveen on exploring the world of IAS, a realm often overlooked by mainstream media, with Aspirants 2
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When TVF rolled out Aspirants in 2021, it was an instant hit with its compelling storyline and exceptional performances. The second season, on Amazon Prime Video, has taken the narrative of IAS and IFS aspirants to new and unexpected heights. For Naveen Kasturia, who plays a district magistrate in the series, it was about exploring a whole new profession that’s often peripherally covered in mainstream media. “It was fun and an opportunity to explore something new. Our industry is so less research-oriented. We don’t explore beyond the familiar realms of crime, cops, and politics,” says the actor, adding that even when they depict businessmen, they are often portrayed superficially, with limited attention to detail.
Interestingly, Kasturia acknowledges his own limited knowledge of the IAS and IFS fields before taking on the role. “I don’t know much about the UPSC end of things. Before I did this show, I didn’t know about the hierarchy, the terms, or their job profiles. In a way, I got to learn a lot about it through the script,” he says. However, the thrill for him lay in learning the language and the distinctive way an IAS officer communicates in professional settings, which is at odds with their casual conversations with friends. “I have never used such words in my life. The word `Sthaantrit` [meaning relocated], which I have used multiple times throughout the series, was something I couldn’t even pronounce in the beginning.”
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