Tell us about the film and your song.
The film is called Pushpaka Vimana. It has Ramesh Arvind in the lead role and the story is about him and his daughter. I’ll be seen dancing on a catchy number in the film. It is a jail setting in the 90s where a Bollywood star is called to perform on their annual day, which is played by me.
How was the experienceIJ
I really enjoyed myself while filming the song, although initially I was feeling a bit conscious as I haven’t danced in front of the camera for years. Plus, my films hardly ever had 30 background dancers! Even my look in the song is very a perfect blend of glam, funky, Indian and pretty.
Did it evoke some early memoriesIJ
Definitely! It was like a trip down memory lane. It reminded me of my old numbers with the make-up and the elaborate outfits.
How did you agree to the songIJ
I was very curious as to why the filmmakers would want me to do an item number. I don’t think anyone can really picture me doing an item number! The filmmakers approached me, along with Ramesh Arvindji. But after I saw the final outcome, I was impressed with the way it has been executed.
So can we expect to see you acting in some southern filmsIJ
I have earlier done Tamil, Malayali, Telugu and Kannada films. But now I am too lazy to do them because they mean double the amount of work for me. I have to not only learn my lines, I also have to learn their meaning! But I wouldn’t mind trying Marathi, Punjabi, Rajasthani or Bhojpuri films.
Aren’t you also doing a cameo in a Hindi filmIJ
I play a psychiatrist in a film starring Karanvir Bohra and Priya Banerjee, Hume Tumse Pyaar Kitna. My part comes in at the climax. It’s at the point where a huge twist unfolds. I took it up as it contributes to the film’s story. It’s a very brief role but the character’s presence is important. Karanvir convinced me to do it.