Manipuri Actor Bijou Thaangjam Discloses His Audition Story with Shanoo Sharma Following Isha Talwar's Disclosure About Language Barriers in Auditions
In the world of acting, auditions can often be unpredictable and challenging. Two actors, Isha Talwar and Bijou Thaangjam, have shared their own unusual audition experiences that showcase the unconventional nature of casting processes in the film industry.
Isha Talwar, who is known for her work in shows like "Made in Heaven" and "Sacred Games," shared her audition experience in response to a post about Shanoo. The post, however, did not provide specific details about Shanoo. Talwar was told that she should have no inhibitions as an actor and perform a crying scene at a restaurant named Mia Cucina in Versova, Bombay during her auditions. This experience shattered her confidence as a young girl in films.
Bijou Thaangjam, who starred in Priyanka Chopra's 2014 film "Mary Kom," auditioned for the role of Detective Byomkesh Bakshy in front of a cafe named Bru World, Yari Road. Thaangjam was not fluent in Hindi and lacked confidence during his audition. He was asked to perform a scene in public, a request that was similar to Talwar's audition experience. Unfortunately, Thaangjam's audition for Detective Byomkesh Bakshy was not successful as he had already signed on for Mary Kom by the time of the studio audition.
These unconventional audition experiences are not limited to just a few actors. Many actors have shared stories of awkward or unexpected directions, traditional dances, and public performances during auditions. For instance, Jason Momoa performed a traditional haka dance during his "Game of Thrones" audition to convey his character’s ferocity without dialogue.
Actors often recount awkward or unexpected directions in Zoom auditions, such as being repeatedly asked to restart from the beginning, or odd interactions with directors. Social media and videos show that many actors experience “weird” or “bad” auditions, indicating that unusual audition stories are common and part of audition life.
Isha Talwar, who goes by @talwarisha on Instagram, believes that a casting office space should be provided for auditions, or if a real location is needed, it should be hired and paid for. This would help to create a more professional and less stressful environment for actors during the audition process.
Thus, unusual audition experiences are a widespread phenomenon among actors across the industry, not limited to just a few names. Actors are often asked to push their boundaries and perform in unexpected ways during auditions, reflecting the unpredictable and challenging nature of the casting process.
Actors in India, such as Isha Talwar and Bijou Thaangjam, have encountered unconventional audition experiences, like performing in public locations such as Mia Cucina in Versova, Bombay or Bru World, Yari Road. These unique audition stories, including public performances and awkward instructions, are commonplace in the entertainment industry, from traditional dances to Zoom auditions.
