Pankaj Tripathi Opens About Exploring Politics & His Next Show Criminal Justice!

Acclaimed actor Pankaj Tripathi, who will soon be seen in the upcoming web series “Criminal Justice“, says though he has an interest in politics, he still has time before he pursues it.

As a stream of actors is entering politics ahead of the elections, asked if he is interested in the field, Pankaj told IANS: “I have an interest in politics but I am not going to explore that interest now. I have time for that. I believe that only a well-read, well-aware individual can make a great leader and build a progressive nation.

“I tend to read a lot of books and believe in a certain ideology. I think reading and travelling not only make us good artistes but also broaden our horizons and open our mind. It really helps us to become a good human being.”

Stressing on the importance for the new generation to be well-read, the “Newton” actor added: “I am not saying (well-read) just to gather information but to inculcate knowledge from elders… these two are slightly different.”

Pankaj plays a lawyer in “Criminal Justice“, the Indian adaptation of the British television series of the same name.

It will stream online as part of Hotstar Specials from April 5.