After attention-grabbing turns in Bhaukaal and Abhay, Bidita Bag has ended the 12 months with yet one more thriller, The Missing Stone, which premiered on MX Player on December 25.
In this unique interview by indainexpress.com, Bidita talks about The Missing Stone, taking pictures amid the pandemic and the 12 months passed by.
Here are excerpts from the dialog:
Are you a fan of the thriller style?
I like thrillers however I additionally get scared when I’m watching any such stuff. I can by no means watch a thriller at a stretch.
What about The Missing Stone appealed to you as an actor?
It is a really relatable story. The Missing Stone is a narrative, which may occur to any of us. Secondly, I’ve been a fan of director Vishal Furia’s work. I’ve been desirous to work with him since Criminal Justice, which launched in 2019.
I additionally needed to work with Barun Sobti. I discover him extremely popular (laughs). He is a very fashionable actor and had many OTT releases this 12 months. And lastly, taking pictures for the sequence gave me the chance to journey and to unwind. So, I feel all the pieces got here to me on a platter with this venture.
Were you nervous about taking pictures the venture through the Unlock-1 section?
It was the primary venture that we shot after the Unlock-1 section was introduced. I used to be so scared. We have been unaware of what the brand new regular would appear like. I actually prayed to return again alive (laughs). We bought our COVID-19 checks executed so as to have the ability to shoot. We had a really restricted crew. However, I feel, after we have been on the units, we felt fairly relaxed.
How is your character totally different from what you’ve got performed thus far?
In this sequence, I play a housewife. In actual life, I’m a really chilled out particular person. I like to chortle and make individuals chortle. But on display screen, I all the time get roles that require me to be intense and critical. So, I used to be completely happy to play this half.
You stated your position in The Missing Stone shouldn’t be as intense as roles you’ve got executed earlier than. Is it tough to play a personality as regular as a housewife?
I feel each character is tough. Like the housewife I play will get susceptible due to the conditions she faces however as an individual, I’m a really headstrong lady. But once I play a personality, I get into the pores and skin of it as a lot as I can as a result of I’ve to make myself plausible for the viewers. With this position, I had difficulties in hanging a steadiness.
This is your first venture with Barun Sobti. Tell us in regards to the expertise.
He is a really humble particular person regardless of being a well-liked actor with profitable work to his credit score. He could be very cooperative too.
Many say the digital platform offers actors an opportunity to showcase their vary. Would you agree?
Absolutely. Recently, Nawazuddin Siddiqui stated in an interview that earlier actors have been recognized by their songs however now, they’re remembered by their scenes. I utterly agree with him. Now, an actor is getting recognition for his or her craft. So, it’s a excellent section.
You have had a number of initiatives in 2020. Are you glad with the sort of work that got here your method?
I’m, however extra wouldn’t damage (laughs). I’ve bought recognition for enjoying totally different characters. I had three releases this 12 months, together with The Missing Stone. I’m an outsider and for individuals like us, surviving is a job. I survived, which is a giant factor.
You experimented with Abhay 2. What are the type of roles that you’re trying ahead to taking part in?
I wish to play each type of position. From a serial killer to a mom, I’m open to engaged on each type of venture.
Now that 2020 is coming to an finish, how will you describe the 12 months, professionally and personally?
This 12 months, I labored on myself and my craft. I’m trying ahead to 2021 and naturally, the coronavirus vaccination (laughs).
