From Newsroom Intern to Supernatural Star: Namik Paul's Unique Journey to Naagin 7
For actor Namik Paul, stepping into the role of a journalist in the highly anticipated Naagin 7 feels like a surprising homecoming. The connection runs deeper than mere acting—it taps into a chapter of his life that predates his entertainment career entirely.
Aaravind Suri: The Award-Winning Journalist with High Standards
In the supernatural drama, Paul portrays Aaravind Suri, a character he describes with clear admiration. "I'm playing Aaravind Suri, he's a journalist, and he has won Journalist of the Year award four times in a row," Paul shares. "He's a bit of a superstar in his field, and because of that, he holds himself and others to a high standard. He's a bit sharp, and people don't match his expectations."
Despite this professional intensity, Aaravind is not without emotional depth. Paul explains, "He loves his family, and Poorvi, who will eventually be Naagin, comes into his life as an employee. Slowly, the supernatural is entering his life." This blend of human relationships with emerging mystical elements forms the core of his character's journey.
The Realism of Naagin 7: A Deliberate Creative Choice
What makes Paul's role particularly distinctive, according to the actor, is its current restraint from overt visual effects. "So far it's been a very normal show for me—no VFX, no green screens yet," he reveals. "You see scenes in the office, you see the human side. Aaravind is still the human side of Naagin 7. There's one scene where there's a hint, but he misses it."
This grounded approach allows the supernatural narrative to unfold gradually, maintaining audience connection through relatable office dynamics and personal interactions before introducing more fantastical elements.
Drawing from Personal Experience: Paul's Brief Journalism Career
The authenticity Paul brings to the role isn't purely imaginative—it's rooted in firsthand experience. "I worked as an intern journalist for about a year in Delhi," he confesses. "The work hours were crazy, and I totally have respect for people who do it, but I realised that this is not for me. If you're not passionate about it, you can't do it. I realised that playing a journalist is easier than being one."
His time in the newsroom was physically demanding to the point of affecting his health. "I got really sick twice and ended up in the hospital," Paul recalls. "That's when I realised this is not what I'm going to do with my life. Acting was something I was very passionate about, so I quit that job to pursue my passion."
Bridging Two Worlds: How Real-Life Informs Fiction
This personal history gives Paul unique insight into his character's professional world. He understands the pressures, the deadlines, and the high standards that define award-winning journalism. This knowledge informs his portrayal of Aaravind Suri, adding layers of credibility to the performance.
As Naagin 7 progresses, audiences will witness how Paul's real-world journalism experience merges with the show's supernatural premise. The actor's journey from Delhi newsroom intern to television star playing a journalist creates a fascinating parallel between art and life.
Paul's story serves as a reminder that sometimes the most authentic performances come from lived experience, even when that experience exists in a completely different realm from the fictional world being portrayed on screen.
