Exclusive! Darshan Raval: I don't consider myself to be an actor yet

A still from `Dhol Bajaa`

Darshan Raval's latest song with 'Chogada' girl Warina Hussain, 'Dhol Bajaa' has just released and the singer got into an exclusive conversation with mid-day.com, where he recalled memories of Navratri, spoke about his acting plans, opened up about his latest track and more!

Fans had been awaiting a Navratri track from you and 'Dhol Bajaa' has just released. How did the song come to life?

It started with 'Chogada' and 'Kamariya' being so popular and people loving it during Navratri. I wanted to continue doing Navratri songs but we couldn't celebrate for two years because of Covid. It was sad that we couldn't enjoy the festival and make songs but this time around when things are looking fine, we had planned the track at the beginning of the year. I collaborated with Javed-Mohsin, they made the track, it turned out to be powerful and energetic, which I loved. A month ago, when I was in Ahmedabad, I spotted posters outside schools, that Navratri classes have started. That boosted my excitement for the song and it's finally out today!

You are paired with 'Chogada' actress Warina Hussain in the video. What was it like to collaborate again?

She's still the same fun loving person and it was great to be back with her. 'Chogada' became so popular, so the song is close to our heart. Now we are coming back with 'Dhol Bajaa' and it was a wonderful experience. Old memories returned and we had a great time.

Your music videos have given the audience a glimpse of you as an actor. Any plans to take it up seriously?

I don't consider myself to be an actor yet. I can act in music videos because it's been nine years. I love performing there because it's my own song and I know the emotions. I haven't thought about it but it's a different field and requires a lot of energy. Right now my focus is music and to entertain people with my songs.

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What memories does Navratri bring back?

Navratri is close to my heart and I have great memories from before I became famous, where I would go on the ground and dance with friends all night. Then we would eat together. Those memories are heartwarming. This year it's going to be fun again, bringing back all those memories.

Do you miss enjoying the festival like a regular person?

I can't dance pagalon ki tarah anymore (like a mad person) but atleast I can make peoples Navratri better with my songs.

Any message for fans who have been supporting you for years?

I really love my Blue family, all my fans they have been there since day one. In the video there are blue flags and hearts. I love to have my fans in my video so I ensure they are always with me. They are my backbone and ultimate inspiration. Thank you for creating an artiste like me!

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