Feels Like Home is about balancing life, says Anshuman Malhotra

In Lionsgate Play’s third original series, Feels Like Home (2022), actor Anshuman Malhotra essays the role of Sameer, a witty army brat with only one desire — "khud ka room chahiye, bas" — as the series begins. He is one of four roommates that band together in the show, which will be premiered on 10 June.

Malhotra’s Sameer is a neat freak who enjoys his own company. Initially, he likes to keep to himself, but as the series progresses, he evolves as an individual who learns to balance relationships and everything else around him with his mates Lakshay (Preet Kammani), Avinash (Vishnu Kaushal) and Akhil (Mihir Ahuja).

Speaking about his role, Malhotra said, “When I first heard that Sidhanta [Mathur] was creating this show, I was super excited. I think Feels Like Home is my dream project as I got to work with one of my favourite screenwriters, and I’ve always been in awe of his work. Moreover, the story of Feels Like Home is pretty much similar to my reality.”

He continued, “I have lived in Mumbai with a few of my friends for about two years. So, I thought I could bring something fascinating to the table because of my experience with my roommates. This opportunity of working with Preet, Vishnu and Mihir was nothing less than a joy ride. They are an exceptionally talented bunch of people, and I had one of my best times shooting with them.”

While discussing what makes the show unique, the young actor stated, “Feels Like Home is about balancing life. We are attempting to create something that is real and strikes the right chord with the audiences due to its authenticity and beautiful writing.”