Harleen Kaur Rekhi, currently seen in Binddii and known for her portrayal of Kamdhenu Guamata, recently opened up about the growing trend of micro dramas and the challenges they pose for both actors and creative teams.
“Micro dramas are really tough,” Harleen admits. “Recently, I saw my friend attempt to present Ramayan for Kuku, and I was genuinely surprised. How can you show Ramayan in just 10 or 14 episodes? He said he could, of course, but still—it’s a huge challenge to club all the emotions, all the scenes, into just 1990 seconds. If you manage to pull that off, you’ve truly achieved something remarkable.”
While she hasn’t yet acted in a micro drama herself—she was shortlisted for a Kuku series but had to step away due to scheduling conflicts—Harleen has been closely observing the format. She explains that micro dramas require precision in every creative choice. “Every tool is used in exact measure. Emotions have to be crisp, and the narrative cannot be dragged. There’s minimal crying or lengthy dialogues. The focus is on quick scene changes and concise storytelling. That’s what makes micro dramas unique.”
According to Harleen, micro dramas also serve as an excellent entry point for new talent. “Many actors who didn’t have opportunities earlier have been able to showcase their talent through this format. Productions move fast, sometimes shooting every three days, which gives newcomers real exposure and experience,” she notes.
Another advantage of micro dramas is the instant feedback they generate. “If a series goes viral, it’s a huge plus for the actors and the team—you immediately know what works and what doesn’t. Even if it doesn’t go as expected, it still provides publicity, though in a different way.”
Despite their popularity and accessibility, Harleen believes micro dramas will not replace mainstream entertainment. “They are affordable and convenient, but cinema is timeless. Watching a film in a theater is an experience that lasts forever, and that will never change.”
With her insightful take on micro dramas, Harleen Kaur Rekhi highlights both the creative challenges and the exciting opportunities this new wave of storytelling presents for actors and audiences alike.
