‘I want people to relate to my roles’

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Model-turned-actor Wardah Khan

As the number of “imported” actresses is increasing in the mainstream cinema, it looks like the Hindi film industry just can’t get enough of overseas talent. And, the next one to join the league is London-based model-turned-actor Wardah Khan, who is ready to make her debut with the upcoming film Marksheet.

The movie directed by Rakesh Ranjan Kumar is based on educational scams. The actor talks about her experience on and off the sets of the movie.
Wardah, who was born and brought up in London, grew up watching the Khans and is smitten by SRK and Salman. Speaking about her first acting experience, she says, “In Marksheet you’ll see me as a sensual mysterious girl, but at the same time she also has feelings towards pure love in life. The experience was overwhelming; it feels like I’m still dreaming. I have been offered all kind of roles but I don’t believe in only foxy lady roles, I believe in reality where people can relate to my character.”
From modelling to acting, the transition wasn’t an easy one for this model-turned-actor. She mentions, “To enter in the glam world you need to be open minded. You need be confident before struggling with thousands people, who come Mumbai to fulfill their dreams. You need passion, motivation and dedication rest good luck and good mentors will guide you.”
However, the actor clarifies that she is comfortable with skin show if the script demands. She says, “I wouldn’t say skin show, it all about what your image demands. No one can force you to do something against your will. I am comfortable showing more of my feminine side, that’s what a woman is all about. I haven’t thought of doing any items songs because I am focusing more on acting right now.”
Like every other newcomer from the West, Wardah too had her share of struggle with the Hindi language. She says, “I still cannot say how good is my Hindi, I think my audience will judge when they watch my movie. I’ve been working hard on my accent, which has a British/American touch, so I have been talking to the Indian strangers and my friends to improve my skills.”