“I made my film debut 10 years ago and now through this reality show, I am making my television debut,” says the actor, who is well known for playing comic roles on the big screen.
So why did it take so long for him to appear on the small screen? Riteish says, “It is wrong to call it the small screen. In terms of reach, there is no bigger screen than television.”
He said the TV offer came during a break from his film making commitments.
“I loved the concept. There are times when you feel things are right. I have a great comfort level with my co-judge Geeta Kapoor as I have worked with her in films. And Ashley Lobo (the other judge) is a fantastic person. I think this is the right time to do a TV show. So I was quite excited,” he says.
What does he watch on television?
“Whenever I get time, I flip channels. I love dancing, enjoy watching dance shows and comedy shows. I have been a guest judge on comedy shows several times.”
He admits he's 'not a great dancer but I dance from my heart' and will be on the lookout for people who do the same.
“I will be looking at the entertainment factor in all the performances and if an act is entertaining enough, I will be happy. I will try to bring whatever I have learnt in the past 10 years of my career from various choreographers to this show. Also, I will represent the person watching TV at home, on the judge's panel.”
As a kid, he says, “I
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