**The Struggles of Panchayat Actor Durgesh Kumar Despite Success**
The *Panchayat* web series, released in 2020, gained massive popularity, and its characters and dialogues became widely loved. Despite this success, actor **Durgesh Kumar**, who played **Bin Rakaas**, has revealed that he is still struggling to find work. Even after his performance became a hit, he hasn’t received any calls from big production houses and has to personally approach casting directors to seek roles.
One of Durgesh’s most memorable dialogues from *Panchayat*, “**Dekh Raha Hai Vinod**,” became a viral meme and a part of popular culture. This line was so well-received that the makers even included it in the second season of the series.
### Durgesh Kumar’s Struggles in Bollywood
In a recent interview with *Times of India*, Durgesh shared that he is currently working with small production houses that have recognized his talent. “It has been a tough journey for me. While people witnessed *Panchayat’s* success, the reality is that I am still struggling. Even after such a long career, I haven’t received a single call from a well-known production house in the last one-and-a-half years,” said Durgesh.
Despite being recognized for his performances, he still has to chase casting directors for roles. “I have worked in *Panchayat* and *Highway*, which were well-received. However, I am still not getting significant roles. Everyone in the industry knows me, yet I have no big opportunities. I am continuously auditioning, and while I do get selected for some roles, the process is highly unpredictable,” he added.
### Lack of Recognition Despite Award-Winning Projects
Durgesh continued by expressing his disappointment at not receiving the recognition he expected. “People have loved my work, and the projects I have been a part of have won multiple awards. However, critics rarely mention my name, which is disappointing. I have been in the industry for over 25 years, yet I haven’t received the credit I deserve. But I am still happy that the audience supports me,” he stated.
### His Recent Projects
Durgesh Kumar was recently seen in *Laapataa Ladies*, which was India’s official entry for the Oscars. He also played a role in Bhumi Pednekar’s movie *Bhakshak*. A former student of the **National School of Drama**, Durgesh gained recognition with **Imtiaz Ali’s film *Highway*** and later appeared in movies like *Sultan, Sanju*, and *Dhadak*. His portrayal in *Panchayat* made him a household name.
Despite his incredible performances, Durgesh Kumar continues to seek opportunities in the industry, hoping for the recognition and roles he rightfully deserves.
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