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Up for challenges Diya Mirza.
She is one actor, you can’t blame for not trying to do something different. After making a demure entry with “Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein”, some years back she sported a ravishing look with Mahesh Bhatt’s “Tumsa Nahin Dekha&
#8221;. Unfortunately, the film didn’t work and Diya Mirza was relegated to supporting roles, the latest being “Kisaan”. As expected, the beauty queen is seen more on ramp or endorsing a cause than reel. With Sanjay Gupta’s “Acid Factory”, she has got another opportunity to prove herself. In fact, this is a busy year for her, as she has two more films lined up this year.
Recently in Delhi, to promote Channel V’s new reality show – “Kidnap”, Diya is the only girl in the action saga “Acid Factory”, where all the characters have a memory loss.
What is your new look like in ‘Acid Factory’?
The look is very structured and very strong and yet elegant. Whatever I had to wear in the film had to be feminine as well as strong given the character is a reflection of femininity and strength.
How was it to foray into an action film with an otherwise all-male cast?
It was fun and also tough. The role meant I had to train rigorously for six months. And I worked with really conscious and caring men who would always give me tips to be safe while shooting the action scenes.
How hard was it to play the role of someone who has lost her memory?
It’s very simple, actually. I think memory loss is a conscious thing and your inherent character…what you are is a conscious thing so that kind of retains itself.
Comparing your role in a movie like “Parineeta” and the roles you have played in other fast-paced movies, which type is closer to your personality?
I believe that as an actor, I shouldn’t have set images. I think it is important to be flexible, to challenge yourself constantly and play different parts with equal conviction. I want that when I’m dead, people can review my work and realise how diverse roles I played.
You are one of those actors who have meaningful opinions on various issues. How do you take to this role?
I’m proud to be associated with social issues because I think as a human being if I am in a position to influence and guide people, I’m more than happy to do that. I think as a country and as educated people we need to be more aware of things.
BINAYAK DASGUPTA
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