Rautu Ka Raaz OTT Release Exclusive! Rajesh Kumar Reveals Anecdote About His Casting & It Has Delhi Connection

Rautu Ka Raaz OTT Release: ZEE5 is back with yet another banger in Rautu Ka Raaz, which premiered last month on the streaming platform. At Filmibeat, we love interacting with actors, directors, technicians, filmmakers, singers who have contributed to the growth of the Indian film and television industry.

When we caught up with our favourite, Roshesh aka Rajesh Kumar, we had a detailed discussion on his casting for the film. Wondering what's the interesting story behind the casting? Check out the excerpts from the interview.

"What drew you to this role in Rautu ka Raaz?

I have a funny incident to share. While shooting for Haddi in Delhi, Anand, the director of this film, came to meet Nawaz and saw me there sitting on the lawn, where he approached me as well for the movie asking ""Would you be interested in playing a part?"" I jokingly asked if he was casting right there on the lawn of Chhatarpur, Delhi. He said yes, and that's how I became a part of Rautu ka Raaz. I thought this was the fastest and best way casting could happen-someone comes to the set, sees another actor, and casts them on the spot. The role was substantial, with many layers, and physically perfect for me. I thought no one else could portray it better, so I said yes. "

"You have worked with Nawaz before in Haddi. How is your relation evolved with him and how does that translate onscreen in Rautu Ka Raaz?
There was a mutual respect, and in this entire film, there's an unsaid respect that we had for each other. Even during Haddi, we didn't interact much but a few days after the shoot of Haddi, the shoot for Rautu ka Raaz was going to happen, so somewhere, we carried forward knowing each other. During the shooting of Rautu ka Raaz, we spoke a little. With every moment on set and during rehearsals, there was a gradual building of rapport and relationship, and in that, there was definitely immense mutual respect. That same dynamic translated onto the screen as well."

"The film is based in Rautu Ki Beli, a small town in Uttarakhand. Why is the film based here? What is the importance of this place in the plot / what is so special about this place?

The film is set in Rautu Ki Beli, a small town in Uttarakhand. This location was chosen because it is a very isolated and remote place, characterized by its slow-paced lifestyle and sparse population. ""Rautu"" refers to the Ravat community, and ""beli"" means village, essentially translating to ""RaWat's village."" The importance of this place in the plot lies in the fact that the entire village is explored in the film. The village's tranquil atmosphere, with its few inhabitants and serene surroundings, provides the perfect backdrop for the story. The silence of the village allows for every sound to be heard distinctly, from passing cars to chirping crickets at night. This setting complements the plot perfectly, as the investigation portrayed in the film unfolds slowly, mirroring the laid-back nature of the mountainous region where laziness can be induced by the cold breeze. Therefore, the mountains, weather, and silence all play significant roles, making Rautu Ki Beli stand out as a crucial aspect of the film's narrative.

Rautu Ka Raaz is available for streaming on ZEE5.