Veteran actor Kanwarjit Paintal, after having done over 350 films, says he is not an actor: ‘Don’t have followers on Instagram’

• What’s Inside: A surprising statement from a seasoned actor.
• Why followers matter (apparently).
• Our thoughts on this unusual career twist.

We just saw something that made us blink a few times. Kanwarjit Paintal, a name many of us grew up with on screen, has been in over 350 films. That’s a LOT of movies. Imagine all those different sets, the costumes, the dialogues!

But here’s the kicker. He’s now saying he’s not really an actor. Not an actor? After all those roles? We’re scratching our heads here.

His reason? He doesn’t have a big following on Instagram. That’s it? No Insta fam, no actor status? The ‘vibe’ of this news is certainly unexpected, like finding a stark, minimalist piece in a room full of bright, busy art.

It feels like a funny twist, doesn’t it? We’ve seen so many actors chase likes and followers, but this is different. This is someone who’s done the real work, and now social media seems to be the new measuring stick.

It makes us wonder about what being an ‘actor’ really means today. Is it about the craft, or the clicks?

Our Take

We think Kanwarjit Paintal’s statement is kinda refreshing, honestly. While social media is huge, his dedication to his craft for decades speaks volumes. Maybe we all need to remember that true talent and experience matter more than a follower count. The numbers don’t define the artist.