Independence Day Exclusive! Tanvi actor Karan Tacker shares his idea of freedom

Karan Tacker

Karan Tacker began his acting career with television shows such as Love Ne Mila Di Jodi, Rang Badalti Odhani, and Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai. After a brief break, he returned to the screen with the Special Ops franchise, winning hearts as Agent Farooq Ali. More recently, he made his big-screen debut with Tanvi The Great, playing the role of an army officer. On the occasion of Independence Day, Karan spoke exclusively with mid-day, sharing his experience of portraying an army officer and reflecting on what freedom means to him.

Karan Tacker on playing an army officer

When asked about his idea of patriotism, the Tanvi The Great actor answered, "I think being compassionate towards human beings and human lives. I've never taken pride in just being from one nation. I'd like to believe that I'm the child of the world. So, I'm as compassionate towards any other nation as much as I'm in love with India myself."

We further asked Karan if he feels a sense of responsibility when playing such characters. He remarked, "I necessarily don't take that responsibility as a burden to perform my character. Of course, the minute you are donning a uniform or doing anything related to government services, there is a responsibility. But as an actor, I never take the responsibility for it. I enjoy it. And I like to see the person behind the uniform and play that character."

Karan Tacker on freedom of expression

We further prodded him about his idea of freedom and independence in today's time. To this, he answered, "I think the freedom of thinking and expressing the way you think is what freedom means to me."

Karan elaborated, "There's nothing to do with today's time. I feel like, when you are a celebrated figure, be it an actor or any kind of celebrity, it's only smart to be cognizant of what you are saying. Sometimes things can be misconstrued through the lens through which someone is listening to it or viewing it. So, I think at any given time, when you are a figure in front of the media all the time, it's nice to just be self-aware and self-regulated."