Teja Sajjan is used to facing the camera as an actor, but his next project will put him in a different position. The hanu—man Stepping in as the host of the star Traitor TeluguA Telugu version of a reality competition show based around lies, trust and strategy. As he prepares for this new role, Teja has some familiar television faces he hopes to learn from.
During the conversation with Variety IndiaThe actor talked about what makes reality television attractive to viewers, how his hosting style will differ from it big boss He admires qualities in host Salman Khan, and Karan Johar, Nagarjuna and Amitabh Bachchan.
For Teja, the growing interest in reality shows is closely linked to the drama that unfolds when people compete against each other. “The trend has always been there. Right now, the hostage reality is picking up all over India. It’s doing great. Everyone is interested in the drama and chaos. I’m sure Traitor Telugu There will be a great race too.”
While Salman Khan’s big boss Teja says that often leads to conversation on social media Traitor Telugu will work differently. He will not just be an anchor reacting to the events, but will be involved in the unfolding story of the show.
“I am not of Salman (Khan) sir’s stature to interact on social media, I am actually playing a character. Traitor Telugu next to. I am no longer myself. I am not a strict person. I had to be really tough and put on a mask to be serious. This should be done so that competitors do not take the game lightly.
He further explained that the format required him to guide the contestants instead of judging them.
“In a format like this, I don’t play a narrative (as opposed to a format like big boss). I do not give my opinion on who is right and who is wrong. in the big bossSomething happens in five days and you as an anchor respond to it. in the Traitor TeluguI am actively part of the whole narrative. I am leading the contestants. “
Teja is also looking at established hosts for inspiration. From Karan Johar, he hopes to learn how to get celebrity guests on the show. On Nagarjuna’s relaxed hosting style Bigg Boss Telugu That’s another quality he admires, while Amitabh Bachchan’s screen presence is something that takes years to develop.
“Like Karan (Johar) sir, who also hosts Coffee with KaranI would like to bring big guests on my show. I would like to steal Nagarjuna sir’s charm. The way he suddenly pulls off a huge episode (Bigg Boss Telugu) Admirable for two to three months continuously. Amitabh Bachchan sir brings lots of gravitas with a look and a glance. It’s not even close to where I am right now. I like Salman sir’s personality big boss. He helps make the show a bigger platform. His conversations go viral on social media,” said the actor.
Karan, meanwhile, had words of encouragement for Teja when the host was announced. Although he didn’t offer any specific advice, the filmmaker was excited about the show and its format.
“He (Karan Johar) loves the show. He loves the format. He told me it’s a huge show and a great format. He even congratulated me when it was announced,” Teja added.
Traitor Telugu It will premiere on October 15 on Prime Video.
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