Mahima Makwana is currently brimming with joy as Musafir Cafe receives a positive response, with her character Preeti striking an emotional chord with audiences. In an exclusive chat with mid-day, the actor opens up about the love coming her way, understanding Preeti’s vulnerabilities, navigating preconceived notions in the industry and breaking free from the ‘TV actor’ tag.

Mahima Makwana on her character Preeti

Talking about her character Preeti in Musafir Cafe, Mahima Makwana says she connected with the emotional depth and vulnerability of the character. “Preeti is someone who feels everything very deeply but doesn’t always express it. What I loved about her is that she’s not trying to be perfect or heroic. She’s flawed, vulnerable and constantly figuring herself out, just like most of us,” she says. Explaining her approach to the role, Mahima adds, “While playing her, I tried to understand her silences as much as her dialogues because sometimes what she doesn’t say tells you more about who she is.”