Bad Quote by Rohini Hattangadi
“Nobody remembers young Kasturba... Once I called Basu Bhattacharya and told him 'I am only getting roles of a mother.' He told me, 'There are only two people who can play young and old with equal ease, you and Sanjeev Kumar. So, don't feel bad about it.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Acting, 1998
An actor’s versatility is rare; only a few can convincingly portray both youth and age, highlighting the value of unique talent.
In simple terms: Few can play young and old well.
Embrace your unique strengths.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- audition preparation
- career counseling
- role selection
- self‑branding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you leverage your specific strengths?
- What steps help you develop versatility?
Not everyone can master both extremes; specialization may be more realistic.