We often see actors getting into the characters' skin through makeup, costumes,
jewellery, mannerism, prosthetics, dialogues, and much more in the entertainment
industry. But there is another aspect that plays a significant role – which is the hairdo!
And to rock that hair look, wigs plays an important role and have been an integral part
of many iconic TV and movie costumes. On International Wig Day, &TV artists talk about
the wigs and their functions in an actor's life and costumes. These include Aasif Sheikh
(Vibhuti Narayan Mishra, Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai), Siddharth Arora (Mahadev, Baal Shiv),
Yogesh Tripathi (Happu, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan) and Farhana Fatema (Shanti Mishra,
Aur Bhai Kya Chal Raha Hai?).
Siddharth Arora (Mahadev) from & TV's Baal Shiv shares, "Wigs have always been an
important part of cosplay and creating unique and iconic looks. In mythological shows,
wigs are a must to complete the larger-than-life aura and look. Interestingly, human hair
and hairdo have been powerful metaphors in several cultures. Several Vedic Gods and
legendary kings are projected with long and uncut hair. For my character look of
Mahadev, I have to wear a wig. Although it is the first time, I have worn a wig on-screen
for Mahadev's look, I have a long history with wigs. And I must say, while it does feel
uncomfortable if worn for long hours, it adds a sense of divinity and power the moment I
get into Mahadev's character. I was very fond of wearing wigs and disguising myself
during school days. Whenever I participated in school plays, my main creative goal was
cosplay. I am glad that this day is celebrated globally, and that people do the same,
which I used to do in my childhood days (laughs)". Farhana Fatema from &TV's Aur Bhai
Kya Chal Raha Hai? shares, "I love wearing wigs and experimenting with my hair. There
is always something exciting in our show, especially when it comes to a look change. I
completely enjoy the entire experience. Speaking of which, we had to spot short hair -
the Bob cut hairstyle recently in our episodes of Chotti Chor. So, we wore a wig, and I
was on cloud nine when someone noted the similarities between my look and Anushka
Sharma's haircut. Anushka is one of my favourite Bollywood actors. I was so thrilled
when compared to her. I took many selfies with that bob-cut wig and posted reels on my
Instagram as well. I loved the look so much that it was difficult to take my eyes off me.
So, I still have that wig in my makeup room".
Yogesh Tripathi from & TV's Happu Ki Ultan Paltan shares, "The most important artists'
accessories are probably costumes, wigs, and makeup. With my acting and theatre
experience, I realised some looks are incomplete without a wig. Sometimes, the wig is
the centre of the entire character look. In my show, Happu Ki Ultan, I often disguise
myself into several characters, and wigs have played a significant role in completing the
look or adding a fun element to the characters' persona. Sometimes, while envisioning a
character in a comedy role, the wig does the trick! Although I don't get to experiment
much with my hair in real life. However, I thoroughly enjoy experimenting with my look
when I essay different characters in my reel life. In a way, I get to see myself in different
hairdos! (laughs). I still remember that in one sequence where I played a character while
shaking my head, the wig moved a bit and everyone burst out laughing! It took me some
time to understand what happened. It was quite funny". Aasif Sheikh (Vibhuti Narayan
Mishra) from & TV's Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai shares, "The World Book of Records has
recognised me for playing more than 300 characters in my show Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai.
With each character comes a different look. To make my audience laugh, I must look
different and funny every time, and the wig plays a significant role. Makeup and
costumes are crucial to developing a character, whereas a wig adds a flavour to
complete the look. In my most recent track, in which I have donned the look of a woman
named Chalu Chikni Chachi, I wore a grey-coloured bob cut wig, without which the look
would have been fragmented. Every time I played a woman in the show, the wig helped
me look like one. My other looks, such as Angrezi jailor, Beggar, Bella Donna, Joker,
Shehansha, and others, would not have been complete without wigs. Shooting with wigs
can sometimes be difficult since you must wear them for a long time, and sometimes
mishaps happen because you forget the exact positioning (laughs). However, having used
them regularly, I believe wigs play a vital role in an actor life. And, interestingly, a day
is dedicated to celebrating them.
Watch Baal Shiv at 8:00 pm, Aur Bhai Kya Chal Raha Hai? at 9:30 pm, Happu Ki Ultan
Paltan at 10:00 pm and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai at 10:30 pm airing every Monday to Friday
only on &TV!
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