Pakistani actors and controversies go hand-in-hand and Meera is no exception to this rule. After a forgettable stint in Bollywood, the actress is all set to try her luck again with her upcoming movie titled Bhadaas.
She say her latest movie is meant for rickshawpullers and labourers and not the elite. “Bhadaas is not for high gentry. It is only for the labour class which needs some entertainment. It targets the general masses. I am expecting the movie to do well among them,” Meera says.
Talking about her role, she reveals that the film is a psychological thriller in which she plays a split personality. “Sometimes, Daisy is very sweet and the next moment, she starts acting weirdly. Ajay Yadav, the director, was looking for an innocent face and he approached me. I liked the script and gave my nod for the role,” she says.
last seen in Nazar which bombed at the box office, Meera is excited about this comeback. “It is a struggle for us actors from across the border. Indian directors and actors operate in a lobby. I have a feeling they don’t want to work with us. It is very disgusting when we face such partiality,” Meera tells you. She had a tiff with Priyanka Chopra recently. “I was offered a show in the US with Daler Mehndi and others but PC coaxed the organisers to drop me out of the show. I have no idea why she would do that,” Meera concludes.
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On memories during shooting:
Girish: My most cherished dream is the opening scene of the film. For the first time in Bollywood, the lead actor will surf his way into the film. Initially, Prabhu sir was keen on a motorcycle chase as my introductory scene, but later the creative head thought that we should do things differently.
Shruti: I can’t think of a single favourite incident since there were so many. But I am totally mesmerised with the village near Pune where we shot for the film. Most films are shot in foreign locations now-a-days; however, there are so many destinations within India which are so beautiful.
On working with Prabhu Deva in a romantic film:
Girish: He is an extremely strict person on the sets. He didn’t treat me differently because I was the son of the producer.
Shruti: Not many people know that Prabhu sir is better known for his romantic films down south as opposed to action. In fact, this film is a remake of his debut film Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana, which was in Telegu. Working with him is always an enriching experience.
On the pressure of performance:
Girish: Bollywood is not confined to celeb children, so many talented actors have forayed into the film industry. Everybody should get an opportunity to prove his/her mettle.