With Strings Attached ARJAN BAJWA

For Arjan Bajwa life is not just about one philosophy, rather an amalgamation of many perspectives that helps you understand the broader meaning of life, which he tries to portray with every new character he plays on screen. As a firm believer of destiny, he believes that when you are destined to do something, the universe creates all the possible paths or means for you to fulfill your destiny. In a conversation with TMM, he talks about his work and life philosophy and his only expectation from 2021.

Lockdown has been equally painful to everyone. How are you keeping yourself calm?

I wouldn’t say that lockdown has been painful but the cause which has created the havoc - the pandemic, the COVID-19 virus, that’s been more painful. Everybody is going through a miserable time with regards to their health and the health of their loved ones. But in all of this negativity which the pandemic had brought about, we need to have a positive approach and that is what I am doing. I am trying to be calm, productive, and take better care of myself and my loved ones, and indulge in everything that makes me happy, whether it’s fitness, reading, or even keeping my personal space neat and hygienic.

You recently posted about your association with Find A Bed, an initiative by iimun official. Do you think social media (especially Instagram) has been one of the biggest boons in this time of crisis? What do you have to say about the misleading forwards?

Yes, social media and apps like Instagram have been very influential in creating a lot of awareness in these times. It has been helpful in many ways for people to cope up with a lot of difficult situations. Social media does surely have a downside, for example, a section of people who are giving out half information, half baked university and self-made scholars spreading false information and misguiding people thereby creating panic, all that should be completely stopped and should be kept in check as I feel that is doing more damage than the actual situation we are in. Also, we all need to be socially responsible in this time of global crisis.

As an actor, what is your life philosophy?