Mahvash shares how her radio background came in handy for 'Satrangi - Badle ka Khel'
Mumbai, May 25
Actress Mahvash, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the streaming show 'Satrangi - Badle ka Khel', has shared how her stint as an RJ came in handy for her part in the show.
The actress comes from a radio background. Storytelling is second nature to her. When asked if there was an instance where she instinctively approached a scene differently because of her radio skills, she said, "Yes, so many instances, in fact you will listen to a lot of dialogues that I improvised because I actively keep writing shayris and stuff and the director loved it absolutely".
She also spoke about switching her personality for her character in the show, as she said, "Well that is the skill of an actor to switch from your persona to a world which is resonating with writers imagination".
Talking about a demanding scene from the show, she said, "There was a funeral scene that you can see in the trailer and I have lost someone in my family recently so that feeling stayed with me for a while".
The show explores the life of Bablu Mahto, the son of a Launda dancer, who is forced by circumstances to step into his father's shoes. The show also stars Anshumaan Pushkar, Kumud Mishra, Upen Chauhan, Saddam Sophia Hussain, Atul Kusum Sanjay, B. Shantunu and Amir Khan.
Talking about the moment from 'Satrangi' that made her pause and reflect as a person, not just as an actor, she said, "When so many times you just see dancers as mere performers but you have no clue what they go through specially people who cross dress and perform".
"Topics like launda nach have not been explored much in cinema . Also Satrangi does not only preach but entertain people as well", she added.
'Satrangi - Badle ka Khel' streams on Hindi ZEE5.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Mahvash's radio background clearly shows in her dialogue delivery. Most actors just read lines but she brings that storytelling quality. Also, using personal grief for the funeral scene - that takes courage. Hope the show does justice to the sensitive topic of launda nach.
Finally, a show that entertains AND educates! We need more content like this that sheds light on the lives of performers who are often looked down upon. Mahvash's dedication to her craft is inspiring. Can't wait to watch 'Satrangi' on ZEE5!
I appreciate Mahvash's honesty about using her personal loss for that funeral scene. But I hope the show also focuses on the larger societal issues around launda nach rather than just personal drama. Would love to see more depth in character development.
Launda nach is such an unexplored world in Indian cinema. Mahvash's RJ background makes her perfect for this role - she knows how to connect with people through voice and emotions. The casting of Anshumaan Pushkar and Kumud Mishra also looks solid. Let's see if the show delivers on its promise!
This is refreshing! An actress who writes her own dialogues and brings real-life experience to her role. The show covering sensitive topics like launda nach is much needed. I just hope they handle it with sensitivity and not sensationalize it for views. 🙏
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