'Was gobsmacked when I was offered Coolie No. 1, was like yes yes yes'

Shikha Talsania has acted in Bollywood films like Wake Up Sid and Veere Di Wedding and both the films in a way are representations of liberation In Coolie No 1 shes exploring the space of madness and mindless fun It stars Varun Dhawan and Sara Ali Khan donning the respective hats of Govinda and Karisma Kapoor from the original Coolie No 1 1995Speaking exclusively to Supriya Nair of middaycom Talsania talks about the film why she feels strange to talk about her confidence and much moreWatch the interview right hereFirst when asked about her journey so far she says Fun resilient patient and a lot of things learned along the way Her father Tiku Talsania is one of the most popular actors of the industry who is known for his comic timingWhen asked about her reaction on getting the offer from the makers of Coolie No 1 and breaking the news to dad who was a part of the original 25 years back she says I was gobsmacked I was like yes yes yes I would love to be a part of it and everyone at home was also very happy when I told them And I remember dad saying Have fun this is going to be that kind of a film where you can have funDid she have any conversations about David Dhawan with her father and how he was like on the sets This is what she says Dad and David sir have collaborated so many times so I remember him coming home happy and satisfied So when I could be a part of that it was very special it holds a very special place in my heartDid she ever visit any of the sets with her dad She says No because so much was happening at that time but I wish I had Going by the trailer Shikha Talsania seems to be playing one of Varun Dhawans love interests What can we expect from her I hope entertainment thats the one thing you can expect from all of us Really excited that the film is finally releasing and every one gets to watch it Sara and I play sisters thats all I can tell you about my role rest youll have to watch the film she quipsAlso ReadShikha Talsania Joins Varun Dhawan And Sara Ali Khan For Coolie No1Talking about the experience of working with the films leading man Talsania says Actually Varun and I met when he had come to watch one of my plays which was also a comedy And I have seen so many of his films and he has great comic timing We have seen each others work and were excited to be on the same sets I remember in one of the scenes David sir said we both have cracked it just calm down no more variations requiredCoolie No 1 also boasts of an ensemble of veterans like Johny Lever Paresh Rawal Jaaved Jaaferi and Rajpal Yadav Talking about this the actress shares It was intimidating we all were making mental notes The next question is about her journey as an actor and how easy or difficult it has been given she too is a star kidShe says It did help me I knew what the life was all about it was not an easy one it has its own sets of challenges rewards and everything in between So I knew about it but living it on your own and experiencing it on your own is your own journey It did help in the way that I didnt have to move cities to pursue what I wanted to I didnt have to explain to my family that the night shift will be till this time and Ill come home till this time I had transport available so I had that safetyWhen asked about actors being typecast in films and going through this crippling fear herself initially Talsania says Yes absolutely After Wake Up Sid I did get offered parts that I felt were going in very onedimensional zones and it happens to every actor and every creative personality Its a wonderful time to be in the creative field and to create art and you have to be as I said earlier resilient and patientThere are certain expectations from actors to look a certain way has Shikha overcome it I havent she answers She continues Its not just the film industry this has become a part of the culture The social fabric that we are a part of of course you have those days You question yourself and you question your vanity you question the reactions youre getting from everybody But at the end of the day I know whats up in my mind and my heart I find it very strange to answer questions like where do I get my confidence from I can touch my toes I can solve a few Math problems I love my friends and familyShe adds I am a good human being so I get my confidence How does she deal with the online trolling and negativity She says I can speak for myself I get a lot more love that hate I feel very lucky and I feel very happy about it And honestly at the end of the day its just one aspect of your life Itll have as much importance as you give itKeep scrolling to read more newsAlso ReadShikha Talsania People Didnt Know I Was My Fathers Daughter He Didnt Make Any Phone Calls For MeCatch up on all the latest entertainment news and gossip here Also download the new midday Android and iOS apps MidDay is now on Telegram Click here to join our channel middayinfomedialtd and stay updated with the latest news