Rashami Desai says she’s content exploring acting, production and entrepreneurship, taking breaks by choice. She’s open to returning to television only if the content is sensible, realistic and portrays strong women, stressing that TV storytelling must evolve with audiences
Rashami Desai
In an exclusive conversation with mid-day, Rashami Desai spoke candidly about her evolving career, her selective approach to work and why she is in no rush to return to television unless the content truly excites her.
Rashami, who began her journey as an actor, says she is now enjoying exploring multiple roles professionally. “So I started as an actor, now I’m a producer, I’m an entrepreneur. I just launched my Raga clothing brand, which is a jewellery brand too. I am doing a web series also, I’m doing theatre, I’m travelling for that also. So overall, I am blessed that I’m working and doing a good job,” she shared.
Rashami Desai on taking breaks between work
Despite staying active, Rashami admitted she has never believed in doing projects back to back. “Working in bulk is never me. Even after doing one show, I would disappear for three years. That is how I am. If I’m not convinced, I cannot convince my audience,” she said, adding that money has never been her sole motivation. “I am not a person who will only work for the money. I’ve been blessed that people love me and my work, and I hope they give the same love to my brand too.”
When asked about returning to television at a time when many actors are making comebacks, Rashami said she is open, but only under the right circumstances. “I would love to come, but if there is something sensible on television, then I will do it. Women of today have changed. They don’t want to see only crying,” she stated firmly.
On returning to TV
She pointed out how audiences are far more aware now. “People have exposure, people have knowledge. Today, even an illiterate woman is watching shorts on YouTube and increasing her knowledge. So how can you expect a woman to be crying all the time?” she questioned.
Rashami also expressed her disappointment with repetitive storytelling on television. “I went for two or three launches recently. All the new shows have the same backdrop, same storyline. Just the characters and the city are different. You have to put a little realistic character in it,” she said, adding that she refuses to be bound by rigid formats. “Working with me is also a big task. If you convince me with something relevant, then I will do it.”
Talking about the kind of female characters television needs today, Rashami cited strong portrayals she admires. “Anupamaa is very real. You see her dialogues. That is what a woman is actually about. Women are courageous, fearless and the backbone of the entire family,” she said.
Addressing the idea of equality, Rashami offered a balanced perspective. “Men and women cannot be equal. That is written even in our scriptures. But that doesn’t mean you don’t allow women to grow. Give her the respect she deserves. Equality is not about bank accounts. It is about decisions, respect and understanding. A relationship cannot be a competition.”
Rashami concluded by emphasising television’s lasting influence. “Television is gold. It is never going to go. And that is why what we show on it really matters.”
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