Your career is progressing very slowly. Does that frustrate you? I've made certain mistakes in life that ended up becoming a setback to my career. I'd refused an item number in a big budget film. Had I done that, the scenario would have been very different. I'm playing a negative role in Ek Ladki Anjani Si and now people are reacting to my character in the show. Yes, I want to do films as well. But I don't know how to go about looking for a break as I have no Godfather or filmi connections. I'm willing to wait and be patient.
Do you think the casting couch exists? Definitely! I'm told a lot of girls who come from small towns to become actresses have had to go through the humiliation of the casting couch. But the degree of casting couch in television is minimal. It is more prevalent in the film industry. I've never had to deal with the so-called vultures of the industry. I'll slap the person who dares to make an indecent proposal to me.
Was it difficult breaking away from the comic image of Indu in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, that made you a household name? Initially, Indu's popularity gave me a big high. Mine was the only character in the show that provided some comic relief. But thereafter, I realised I was only being offered bimbette roles and that started working against me. There were no good offers coming my way, and that was very frustrating for me. After months of waiting for a good role, I realised the futility of this wait. If your character is popular, you become a star. It's very sad that talent has become the most frivolous thing in this industry.
After being a part of one of Balaji's hit show do you regret that the production house never offered you any more shows? I feel very bad that Balaji has never called me for any more of their shows. But I also understand that this is how the television industry functions. I can't suck up to people to get work. I'd rather get work on my own merit than because of my 'equation' with a certain producer. I've worked with Balaji and I'm sure in future, when there is a suitable character for me I will be considered. But I've to admit that I'm terrible with my PR. Whatever work I've done till date has been solely on my own merit.
Do you miss the presence of the significant other in your life? I've had my share of affairs and heartbreaks but now when I get into a relationship it'll be for keeps. I'm very emotional and get attached to the man in my life very fast. If for some reason I have had to break up with him, I go into depression. My family has a tough time taking care of me. I don't expect much from my man. I'd rather be a man who values me than one who is self absorbed, selfish and a coward. I'm not seeing anyone currently but who knows about tomorrow?
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