India@2047: Manoj Bajpayee Reveals What Drives His Film Choices At ABP Conclave, Says ‘I Choose Script, Character’

Manoj Bajpayee shared the key factor behind choosing his films at ABP Conclave, saying a strong script and a character he hasn't explored before matter most to him.

Manoj Bajpayee discusses what drives his film choices at ABP Conclave.

Source : ABP Live

Veteran actor Manoj Bajpayee offered a candid insight into his craft during the session 'Tales Untold: Playing Real Heroes' at the India@2047 Conclave hosted by ABP Network. In conversation with senior journalist and anchor Dibang, the acclaimed actor reflected on the challenges of portraying real-life personalities, the importance of authenticity, and the factors that influence his choice of roles. Bajpayee also spoke about his acting journey and why constantly pushing himself remains central to his creative process.

Manoj Bajpayee Explains His Approach To Roles

Discussing what drives his decisions as an actor, Bajpayee explained that he is guided primarily by the quality of the script rather than the identity of the person being portrayed. He said, "I don't choose a person; I choose a script. I choose the character that exists within that script. It doesn't matter whether the character is based on a real person, someone who has passed away, or a fictional figure. What matters is that the role is part of a brilliantly written script and offers me something I haven't done before."

Why Challenging Roles Keep Him Motivated

The actor also spoke about his desire to keep pushing his creative boundaries. According to Bajpayee, the excitement of acting lies in exploring unfamiliar territory rather than repeating the same kind of performances.

He said, "No matter what the character is, the more I push and challenge myself, the more I enjoy the process. I often ask myself why I became an actor. Was it simply for fame, money and recognition? For me, the 18-year journey from my village to Delhi was a significant one. When I arrived, there weren't many opportunities or resources available. If an actor keeps following the same grammar of performance and playing similar roles repeatedly, it becomes boring for me."