Actor Kay Kay Menon , known for his diverse roles and nuanced performances, recently reflected on his approach to acting and his industry perspective in a candid interview. The actor, who stars in the detective drama series ‘Shekhar Home,’ discussed how he navigates his career with a unique blend of passion and detachment. Menon described himself as a “dispassionately passionate actor,” explaining that while he invests deeply in his work, he maintains a balanced perspective outside of it.
“I really don’t get too buttered because people are the way they are. You cannot take on the onus of changing things or people. I don’t put myself on a pedestal, nor do I think I am the worst.
So, it’s a midway thing,” he said. He elaborated on his acting philosophy, distinguishing between impressionism and expressionism. “I always call myself a simulator.
Actor, but simulator. That’s my job. Everything I am doing, say I am playing Shekhar, is a simulation.
I am not that, I am Kay Kay Menon. It is an impression I am giving to the audience,” he shared. Menon views his role as creating a convincing portrayal rather than expressing personal feelings, emphasizing that his performances are intended to make characters believable and engaging.
The 57-year-old actor also spoke about the importance of surrendering to his work. He believes that true creativity emerges when one immerses completely in the role and environment. “I do get these small nuances which I do not realiz.