Richa Chadha
After playing the jilted housewife Nagma in Gangs of Wasseypur, Richa Chadda is back with her upcoming film Fukrey in which she plays Bholi. MANJARI SINGH talks to her about the film and what she has been up to post GOW
‘I love playing all kinds of roles’
You are back after a year, where have you beenIJ
I have been busy shooting, reading scripts and finalising projects. Now I am back and you will see more of me towards the middle of this year
Tell us about your latest film Fukrey and the character that you play in itIJ
Fukrey is about four friends who want to make money without having to toil. I play Bholi who is everything but bholi. She is a petty criminal and uses cuss words all the time. It’s an out-and-out negative character and I am glad to be playing the role as it’s not everyday that you come across a protagonist who has such strong shades of grey.
You played an unconventional role in GOW too...
No, that was different. Nagma was not a bad girl, her husband (played by Manoj Bajpai) was the antagonist. Nagma and Bholi are two entirely different personalities. Nagma didn’t even have one shade of grey while Bholi is absolutely negative.
But isn’t Bholi totally de-glamIJ
That is incorrect. In Fukrey, I have worn western clothes and put decent make-up. I feel, the time is right to learn and explore new things. I am open to doing all kinds of roles. There are a few glamorous roles coming my way, so I am happy. When I played Nagma, people started asking me what if I was typecast and got similar roles in future but that has not happened. Why would I repeat what I have already doneIJ
The FHM magazine in which you feature as the cover girl, has been rage on Twitter...
Oh yes! People tell me how they can’t believe that I am the same woman who played Faizal ki amma in Gangs Of Wasseypur. But, I think, that’s a stupid comparison to make. Just because I played an elderly woman doesn’t mean I am really Faizal ki amma.
In India, our audience can’t appreciate a young character playing an elderly role. As an actor, I can’t restrict myself. Just because you saw me swearing in two movies doesn’t mean you will not see me playing sweet roles in the future.
You are also a part of Sanjay leela Bhansali’s Raamleela. Your takeIJ
Yes, and I am very excited about it. The role is one of its kind and I enjoyed playing it. I cannot say anything more at the moment. You will just have to watch it to know more.