Anil Kapoor gets rave review from Hollywood reporter for his part in the hit TV series
Anil Kapoor gets rave review from Hollywood reporter for his part in the hit TV series
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Anil Kapoor and Keifer Sutherland share a table and smiles |
The actor finds a special mention in the review of the show: Hollywood Reporter called the new season of the show, "A welcome return to form... Though this season's assassination storyline is familiar, the execution is strong and grounded in realism just enough -- at least, so far"
Anil plays the President of a Middle-Eastern country on the show. Here's what the review says: "The best addition is Anil Kapoor, best known stateside for his role as the "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" host in "Slumdog Millionaire." He plays an idealized version a Middle East leader with an Elvis-quality pompadour on the verge of signing a historic peace agreement. It's a painfully standard "24" part, yet he owns each scene he's in.
I hope producers pair him with Bauer at some point, the two scenery-chewing actors going head-to-head, Kapoor barking his line from "Slumdog": "It's my f**king show."u00a0
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When asked about the high praise, Anil says excitedly, "I was taken aback! Of course reading such a complimentary review felt good. My daughter Rhea opened the email and showed it to me. I don't have sleepless nights once when I have done my work. I have done my best and that's it." Read on for more... |