Bollywood actor Paresh Rawal on September 10, 2020, was appointed as the chief of the National School of Drama, by the President of India. The Union Culture Minister Prahlad Patel announced on his Twitter handle.
“Renowned artiste Paresh Rawal has been appointed as Chairman of National School of Drama by Rashtrapati Bhavan. I am glad that students and artistes will be able to take advantage of his talent. I congratulate him,” wrote Patel in Hindi.
Check out Prahlad Singh Patel’s tweet here:
“We are glad to inform ” Hon’ble President of India @rashtrapatibhvn has appointed renowned actor & Padma Shri @sirpareshrawal as chairman of @nsd_india.”NSD family welcome the legend to shower his guidance to NSD for achieving new heights.@prahladspatel @MinOfCultureGoI,” tweeted NSD.
Talking about the same, Paresh Rawal, told IANS.“Yes, it is confirmed that I have been appointed Chairman of NSD. I am very happy! I have been doing theatre for the past 48 years. I started doing plays and stage performances since 1972. So, I know the performance part, as well as the structural part of it, the training, what it requires to prepare everyone in every aspect of theatre — the performing arts.”
“It will be a great opportunity for me to share my knowledge and experience with the future generations. I am really looking forward to it. I am ready to take responsibility and face the challenges along with it. It is a happy day for me and I want to look forward to my new role. Thank you,” added Rawal.
Paresh Rawal is known for his comedy hits such as Andaz Apna Apna, Chachi 420, Hera Pheri, Nayak, Golmaal: Fun Unlimited, OMG – Oh My God! and much more.
The actor will be seen next in Coolie No. 1, Hungama 2, Toofan, Aankh Micholi, and Hera Pheri 3.
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