You've to keep rejecting repetitive work: Deepak Dobriyal

Deepak Dobriyal says it's important to not get stereotyped in the industry and keep looking for roles which give one the opportunity to show "several shades" as an actor.

Deepak, who has featured in films like "Omkara", "Dabangg 2" and the "Tanu Weds Manu" franchise, says in an attempt to be diverse, one has to let go of a lot of work.

"You have to keep changing your shade, say no to repetitive work and aim to surprise people. You've to let go of a lot of work. It's difficult but then you have to be satisfied with what you get, till you don't get to a position where good scripts naturally come to you," Deepak told PTI.

The actor says when he's making those choices of going for braver, newer roles, it's almost always rewarding in the long run.

"Your choices bear fruit later. You have to be patient here. Your good work, different work, keeps giving you benefit and appreciation like pension. If an artiste learns to live happily in the praise of his art, there's nothing like it."