Adil Hussain has once again touched the right chords with the admirers of his talent.
The critically acclaimed actor, who’s previously won a number of accolades for his work at international platforms, has once again represented Indian talent internationally, by featuring in the Star Trek franchise.
The ‘English Vinglish’ actor is seen in the season 3 of Star Trek: Discovery, which is being streamed across Netflix India and abroad and has garnered heartwarming reception from viewers, for the same.
Taking to Twitter, the actor announced his involvement in the project, stating that it is one of the most ‘inclusive’ casts he has ever seen.
Star Trek Discovery season 3 is here now streaming on @Netflix @NetflixIndia. The casting is the most Inclusive I have ever seen. Yes, it does include me😊 @StarTrek @startrekcbs @CBSAllAccess @SonequaMG @CenterWillHold pic.twitter.com/gZZlk6FDpU
— Adil hussain (@_AdilHussain) October 16, 2020
Twitter was quick to watch out the series for him, only to later praise his ’emotionally-charged’ role in the show. Even some non-Indian followers of the show, were quick to recognize his talent and reach out to the actor to show their admiration.
Here are some of the reactions:
1)
Your work in this episode is so beautiful. We are so lucky you are a part of our show.
— Anthony Rapp Voted for Biden Black Lives Matter (@albinokid) October 16, 2020
2)
I'm not familiar with you. Never seen you before. I don't make habit of reaching out to entertainers. So believe me when I say, I was VERY impressed with your performance in @StarTrek #Discovery season opener. You have a gentle, dignified, yet commanding presence. WELL done sir!
— Crazy times in America (@JayMedina) October 16, 2020
3)
Your performance was deeply moving. I absolutely loved it. Thank you so much.
— Rashid (@rashiduzzaman82) October 16, 2020
4)
Wasn't it just! One of the best introductions to any character in the shows history. Magical.
— John Michael White (@johnmichaelw) October 16, 2020
5)
It was so brilliant and seeing you with stellar cast actually made me emotional and feeling like are ye to apne actor ab Hollywood me mast kam kr rhe hai. Love you and Loved irrfan sir too in Western cinema.
You are an amazing actor sir 💞💞💞💞💞— true turtle (@HimeshJC) October 16, 2020
6)
Well done. Although I had a bit of trouble with your pronunciation of certain parts…. Still a job well done. Welcome to the Trek family.
— Hemi♥AcE♥ Out and In. (@Time_Hound) October 16, 2020
7)
I have just seen the episode! Your performance was so beautiful! I could really feel everything through your eyes, and words, you were great! Thank you for your dedication! It really hit home! 😘💙🖖
— Scienceblue (@SofiaMInes) October 16, 2020
8)
Bravo 👏👏 ..You have beautifully portraited #Faith #Hope #tenacity and #perseverance …which are core beliefs of #StarTrek#StarTrekDiscovery
— Anagha (@AAnagha197) October 16, 2020
9)
The moment I saw Mr.@_AdilHussain I was like… I know him. He was familiar to me from the brilliant #EnglishVinglish movie and many other movies and I was truly glad seeing him in #StarTrekDiscovery
— Amanda Sandu (@AmandaSandu) October 17, 2020
Once again, Adil has proven that even when your talents are not valued completely at home, you can reach out and spread your wings to other horizons to prove yourself.
Actors like Adil Hussain continue to get mostly neglected domestically, but their talent speaks for itself – and it is almost always inevitable for it to shine-on, eventually.