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'It was extremely painful doing the stunts'

Have you done in stunts in the film?

There are three stunt scenes in the film, directed by Shyam Kaushal. Though we were provided with the necessary padding for the shots, it was extremely painful doing the stunts. There were slippery pebbles in the slopes which hurt my back. At times we had to do two or three takes which made it more difficult for me. At one point, I was advised to rest because it got so bad.

Why is the film in black and white?

There are many reasons for this. The story demanded these colours. It needed a raw and stark sort of a feeling because the lives of these are shown like that. They live in tough conditions.

Winters in Ladhak have a monochromatic colour palette -- the only colours one can see are black, white and grey, with a few patches of brown and the blue sky. Besides, colour adds warmth in your lives, which was not appropriate for the film. 

What was your make-up in Frozen like?

Since it's a black and white film, it did not need much make-up. But Ladhakis have a burnt skin, especially the cheeks, and black spots as well. That had to be done.

Does Lasya have any love interests in the movie?

Yes, Shakeel plays Romeo. Although it's a one-sided feeling, he really likes Lasya. He has a video parlor and loves bikes, so he is known as the Romeo of Ladhak. But this girl has created her own world, and doesn't know about love between a man and a woman. Romance doesn't mean anything to her.
 
Are you okay with love scenes and showing off skin that is so necessary in Bollywood these days?

I think it's not necessary to do such things to establish yourself. I'm completely covered from neck to toe in my first movie and I'm pretty sure it'll be appreciated. But yes, if tomorrow, I'm offered such a role and my character demands that I show skin, and if I trust the director, then I'll definitely do it.  
 
Are you enjoying your success now?

Yes! I'm the centre of attention among friends and relatives. Every time there is something about me in the newspapers or on television, they phone me and tell me that they're proud of me. It feels good.

What next?

I'm doing an Indo-Spanish project with Shivaji. There are some more lined up but I don't want to say anything yet.

Image: Gauri Kulkarni

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