Interview : Aarti Chhabaria

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Aarti Chhabria won the title of ‘Miss India’ in 1999 and commenced her Bollywood career with film TUMSE ACHA KAUN HAIN. The film did not live to everyone’s expectation but, the songs of film became very popular. Soon after that she was seen in Raj Kumar Santoshi’s film LAJJA, AB TUMHARE HAWALE WATAN SAATHIYON, SSUKH, AWARA PAGAAL DEWANA, RAJA BHAIYA, TEESRI AANKH, SHOOT OUT AT LOKHANDWALA, PARTNER and HEYY BABYY. Apart from Bollywood, Aarti even acted in several films in south. She even has around 120 AD commercials under her belt. She holds the experience of music videos too. Soon this year her film TOSS-A FLIP OF DESTINY is ready to hit the floor. TOSS-A FLIP DESTINY is presented by Knox Entertainment and is produced by Mukesh. D. Ramani. The film is directed and written by Ramesh Khatkar. Film also stars Rannvijay, Prashant Raj, Madhureema, Mahesh Manjrekar, Rajpal Yadav and many more. Recently, she interacted with media and briefed about the film, her role and upcoming projects. Here are the excerpts:

Tell us about your film TOSS
TOSS is a story of a group of childhood friends. And how an incident changes the relationships, beliefs, love, trust between all of them. It’s a fast-paced thriller film.

“Shasha adds to my exclusivity…”

What role you are playing in the film?
I play the character of Shasha. She sings on the cruise of Goa. She is extrovert, fun-loving, ambitious, believes in herself and wants to achieve whatever she has desired for.

How different Shasha is from your other roles played in the past?
Actually, first time I am playing a character like Shasha. I have never played a role like this. Mostly comedy or romance has been my forte. But, Shasha is different and unique.

Did you undergo any training or workshop?
Yes, I learnt the accent and way of speaking, behaving of Goan girls. Infact all the starcast attended the workshop before the film went on floors.

What according to you is the U.S.P of the film and what will make audience to go and watch the film?
This film has all those elements which the audience wants and loves these days. It has thriller, romance, love, everything. According to me the U.S.P of the film is the presentation.

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Apart from you there are two more female actors in the film. How was your rapport with them?
We belonged to same age-group and therefore had loads and loads of fun on the sets of the film. One can witness the rapport when they go and watch the film.

How was the experience to work with director Ramesh Khatkar?
It was an immense pleasure to work with him. He is a passionate film-maker. His dedication comes across from his work.

Your upcoming films
DADDY COOL and TOSS are my upcoming films. And both of films are releasing together.

How you are feeling when both of your films are releasing back-to-back?
I am keeping my fingers crossed. Let’s hope for the best. I am nervous about audience response.

What kind of characters you like to play?
I love playing all kinds of roles. That brings my versatility across. Being an actor I feel comfortable playing all kinds of roles with several shades. Be it AWARA PAGAAL DEWANA or SHOOT OUT AT LOKHANDWALA.