Aarti Chhabria - No Catfights For Me

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Aarti Chhabria - No Catfights For Me

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”, “Patner” 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.

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.

What role you are playing in the film?
I play the character of ‘Shasha’. She sings on the cruise of Goa. She is an extrovert, fun-loving, ambitious girl who believes in herself and wants to achieve whatever she has desired for. Prashant Raj is cast opposite me in the film.

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 for the role of “Shasha”?
Yes, I learnt the accent and way of speaking and behavior of Goan girls. All the star-cast attended the workshop before the film shooting started.

What according to you is the U.S.P of the film and what will make audience go and watch the film?
The 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.

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 filmmaker. His dedication comes across from his work.

Which are your upcoming films?
“Daddy Cool” and “Toss” are my upcoming films. And both of these films are releasing together.

How are you feeling when both the films are releasing together?
I am keeping my finger crossed. Let’s hope for the best. I am nervous about the response of the audience.

What kind of role would you like to play- comic or serious?
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.’