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KHATTA MEETHA has released and turned out to be a moderate success. While the film has been an Akshay Kumar dominated show, many feel that there could have been more meat in the role of leading lady Trisha. Now that she can look at the film in retrospective, doesn't Trisha too feel that she could have debuted with a role that could have offered her much bigger platform to perform?
'No, I have absolutely no regrets whatsoever about KHATTA MEETHA ,' immediately says Trisha, 'Honestly, what I was looking for was a package for my first ever Hindi film and it couldn't have been better with Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan. I knew exactly I was getting into so there was no point of me feeling short-changed.'
Still, for someone who comes with 30 plus films down South, wasn't it imperative that she could have enjoyed a strong hero-heroine angle where she could do something quintessential Bollywood? After all not many at her age are expected to play a Municipal Commissioner's role?
Laughs Trisha, 'A lot of people have asked me this question but then it's okay. I look at it this way that how many leading ladies actually get to play the role of a Commissioner? As for my characterisation in the film, then well Priyadarshan had a complete picture about the film and I fitted in there. I abided his vision.'
She continues to stay positive about her debut and further states, 'What I am happy about is that I got some good reviews coming my way. People may have questions around my role but not my performance. That was a good take away from the film. No one said that I was bad.'
Still, for someone who comes with 30 plus films down South, wasn't it imperative that she could have enjoyed a strong hero-heroine angle where she could do something quintessential Bollywood? After all not many at her age are expected to play a Municipal Commissioner's role?
Laughs Trisha, 'A lot of people have asked me this question but then it's okay. I look at it this way that how many leading ladies actually get to play the role of a Commissioner? As for my characterisation in the film, then well Priyadarshan had a complete picture about the film and I fitted in there. I abided his vision.'
She continues to stay positive about her debut and further states, 'What I am happy about is that I got some good reviews coming my way. People may have questions around my role but not my performance. That was a good take away from the film. No one said that I was bad.'
"KHATTA MEETHA boasted of predominantly the team that has worked with Priyadarshan for years. In fact if there was an outsider on the sets, it was Akshay himself", smiles Trisha, "Since I had worked with most of the crew members in my films down South, it was a familiar territory for me. On the other hand Akshay had to work extra hard since he had to build relationships while doubling up as a producer."
When it comes to movies coming out of Bollywood, actors are said to be a lot more pampered when compared to their counterparts from South. Did she see any difference in approach while working in KHATTA MEETHA since it was Akshay Kumar's production?
"As I said, the film basically had a set up from South, so for me it was not much different", Trisha says, "Perhaps when I end up working in a totally new film that has a core Bollywood crew, I would experience some more pampering hands on."
She does admit though that she has gone past the stage when she used to get pampered.
"Guess what, my first film down South was launched by Priyadarshan years back so my days of being pampered by him have been long over", sighs Trisha, "Those were the days when I was fresh out of the world of modelling world and was getting used to films. I was spoilt and I really enjoyed that phase. Today is different though where I have moved beyond that time period. But yes, it would be fun to see how pampering happens in Bollywood world once I begin work on my next Hindi film."
Trisha has finally made her debut in Bollywood and she doesn't have any hesitation in admitting that life has indeed been good for her. Even though KHATTA MEETHA hasn't been a heroine centric outing for her, she does believe that it has been a fair start for her after all.
Given the fact that there may be more films coming her way after KHATTA MEETHA, what is it that she loves to do most in front of camera? Is being a glam doll good enough for her or is the prime criteria about role selection is definite meat in the character that she plays?
"Let me put it this way that after the years I have spent in the industry so far, I have had great opportunities to play roles that require actresses to be an integral part of a film," says Trisha, "Especially during last couple of years, I have been extremely satisfied with the roles that have come my way as they have a lot to offer for a female actress. There have been some heroine centric films while some movies have been such where there were no heroes or heroines per se as the stories were totally relationship based."
Now with KHATTA MEETHA running in theaters, what are the kind of vibes that she is getting? Has Bollywood woken up to her and started sending good feelers?
"It is a good feeling but the truth is known more only after the film has run for a while," she says without getting overboard, "You get to know the situation better and then take things with the flow. I am also waiting for the reactions to come in."
Given the fact that there may be more films coming her way after KHATTA MEETHA, what is it that she loves to do most in front of camera? Is being a glam doll good enough for her or is the prime criteria about role selection is definite meat in the character that she plays?
"Let me put it this way that after the years I have spent in the industry so far, I have had great opportunities to play roles that require actresses to be an integral part of a film," says Trisha, "Especially during last couple of years, I have been extremely satisfied with the roles that have come my way as they have a lot to offer for a female actress. There have been some heroine centric films while some movies have been such where there were no heroes or heroines per se as the stories were totally relationship based."
Now with KHATTA MEETHA running in theaters, what are the kind of vibes that she is getting? Has Bollywood woken up to her and started sending good feelers?
"It is a good feeling but the truth is known more only after the film has run for a while," she says without getting overboard, "You get to know the situation better and then take things with the flow. I am also waiting for the reactions to come in."
Akshay has always led a rather disciplined and regimented life. Besides, he is known to be quite spiritual. In tune with this, Akshay visited a series of religious places in the city of Nagpur. In fact, he offered his prayers at not only the famous Ganesh Tekdi temple but also at a Gurudwara and a mosque. In addition, he also made a visit to the famed Baba Saheb Ambedkar statue.
After the temple visits, Akki went to Cinemax to meet thousands of fans who were waiting to get a glance of him.
With one of the songs of KHATTA MEETHA having been shot at the well known Ram Mandir in Satara, coupled with Akshay's visit to Nagpur's holy places, the movie is already showered with blessings and is bound to find its way to success!
A veteran of over 30 films down South, Trisha Krishnan is all set to make her Bollywood debut this Friday with KHATTA MEETHA. Though she has been in the business of films for close to 7-8 years now, it was an altogether new start for her when it came to her Bollywood sojourn. No wonder, she was a little reserved to begin with, something that caught the notice of her producer and co-star Akshay Kumar who did all to make her feel comfortable on the sets.
"That's right; I wasn't interacting much with people during my early days KHATTA MEETHA. Also, for every actor the first couple of days on any film are a little awkward since you are playing a new character. I was in the same state for KHATTA MEETHA as well," remembers Trisha who is enjoying a mega Bollywood debut that sees Priyadarshan calling the shots, "In any case, I am a bit reserved by nature. Also, I was a little tense about dialogues because this is my first Hindi film. This is where Akshay came in and told me what he thought about me."
What he went on to say next relaxed the whole atmosphere on the sets and enlivened the proceedings for all.
"He said that girls in Mumbai talk so much while I was just opposite to them as I was so much quieter. For him, it was such a new experience after all", laughs Trisha, "I told him 'Ok, I take your feedback. I will now make an effort to change myself'. Credit to him actually for making me feel so much more involved. He is such a veteran and could have easily opted to stay in his own world but he still made an effort."
What he went on to say next relaxed the whole atmosphere on the sets and enlivened the proceedings for all.
"He said that girls in Mumbai talk so much while I was just opposite to them as I was so much quieter. For him, it was such a new experience after all", laughs Trisha, "I told him 'Ok, I take your feedback. I will now make an effort to change myself'. Credit to him actually for making me feel so much more involved. He is such a veteran and could have easily opted to stay in his own world but he still made an effort."
Trisha Krishnan one of the leading ladies down south can't seem to get enough of the city ever since she started shooting for her Bollywood debut -Priyadarshan's KHATTA MEETHA.
Says Trisha, "Mumbai truly never sleeps. It feels so safe to just take a stroll even in the middle of the night. I especially love binging on the street food here "
Trisha who stars alongside Akshay Kumar in KHATTA MEETHA has been singing praises of the city right from the street food to the night life, the people and the lifestyle.
"I personally love the city and can't get enough of it. I vow to visit it whenever time permits" adds Trisha.
Says Trisha, "Mumbai truly never sleeps. It feels so safe to just take a stroll even in the middle of the night. I especially love binging on the street food here "
Trisha who stars alongside Akshay Kumar in KHATTA MEETHA has been singing praises of the city right from the street food to the night life, the people and the lifestyle.
"I personally love the city and can't get enough of it. I vow to visit it whenever time permits" adds Trisha.
Akshay Kumar and debutante Trisha, the talented duo of Priyadarshan's next KHATTA MEETHA shot a song in the famous Ram Mandir in Phaltan, Satara.
The song 'Sajde Kiye' is a lovely romantic track. According to the actress Trisha, the song is a beautifully written love duet that is shot in a very different way. What also adds to the beauty of the song is the pious location.
In addition, the cast and crew earnestly abided by all the rules of the temple. There was no footwear allowed, the clothes were decent and shor sharaaba was kept to a minimum.
An unusual yet interesting incident experienced by the cast and crew was when the Mandir Ghanti would ring at precisely the same time as the Azaan from the Mosque.
The song is bound to be a chart buster, we say, given that even Bhagwan has given his Aashirwad!
The song 'Sajde Kiye' is a lovely romantic track. According to the actress Trisha, the song is a beautifully written love duet that is shot in a very different way. What also adds to the beauty of the song is the pious location.
In addition, the cast and crew earnestly abided by all the rules of the temple. There was no footwear allowed, the clothes were decent and shor sharaaba was kept to a minimum.
An unusual yet interesting incident experienced by the cast and crew was when the Mandir Ghanti would ring at precisely the same time as the Azaan from the Mosque.
The song is bound to be a chart buster, we say, given that even Bhagwan has given his Aashirwad!
We all know Akshay Kumar's excellent Marathi speaking skills and this time he is putting it to good use for his upcoming comedy KHATTA MEETHA.
Akshay will be seen singing 'Nana-chi Taang' (which means 'Teri aisi ki taisi' in Hindi) along with his co-star, newcomer Trisha.
This new Jodi will swing to tune of Pritam, which combines the melody of rock with a tinge of our very own Maharashtrian tadka.
Akshay plays a Marathi manus named 'Sachin Tichkule' in this comic caper directed by Priyadarshan. Trisha, who plays Akshay's love interest in this movie, has done many south projects and will be debuting in Bollywood with this film.
According to Bhushan Kumar of T-series this song will be the biggest hit of the year.
Akshay will without doubt rock the screen with this number. From a Punjabi munda to a Marathi mulga...we surely can't wait to check out this new avatar of Akshay! Akshay is now shooting for Patiala house in London with Anushka Sharma and acting as a Cricketer....
Akshay will be seen singing 'Nana-chi Taang' (which means 'Teri aisi ki taisi' in Hindi) along with his co-star, newcomer Trisha.
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AKSHAY KUMAR and TRISHA in KHATTA MEETHA |
This new Jodi will swing to tune of Pritam, which combines the melody of rock with a tinge of our very own Maharashtrian tadka.
Akshay plays a Marathi manus named 'Sachin Tichkule' in this comic caper directed by Priyadarshan. Trisha, who plays Akshay's love interest in this movie, has done many south projects and will be debuting in Bollywood with this film.
According to Bhushan Kumar of T-series this song will be the biggest hit of the year.
Akshay will without doubt rock the screen with this number. From a Punjabi munda to a Marathi mulga...we surely can't wait to check out this new avatar of Akshay! Akshay is now shooting for Patiala house in London with Anushka Sharma and acting as a Cricketer....