Anushka Sen has undeniably gained a great fan following with the waves she has created in the filmy world. The young star, who is currently gaining much traction for her recent series, Dil Dosti Dilemma, speaks to The Pioneer about being a part of the series, creating ripples in Korean cinema and more.
SHIKHA DUGGAL
Anushka’s meteoric ascent to fame has taken many in the film business by surprise and also created ripples in Korean cinema. She has gone viral on social media, believe it or not. With her heartwarming depiction of friendship, love, and self-discovery, actress Anushka Sen is winning over young adult audiences with her Prime Video series Dil Dosti Dilemma, which is now receiving a ton of attention. Her portrayal of the vivacious character Asmara in the web series, which debuted on April 25, has captivated both spectators and critics with her talent and charisma.
“There were some surprising elements that I didn’t expect when I was going through the script,” she says in an exclusive Zoom interview with us. “Overall, the script was way more interesting than any other script that I read. To bring nuances to the screen, you must always be present on the sets to fully immerse yourself in the mood. We also performed ‘improv’. There were a ton of scenes that were performed spontaneously without consulting anyone and weren’t even mentioned in the screenplay. I’m overjoyed to see that the filmmaker has included my spontaneous observations in the series.”
In her series, which is set against the backdrop of a traditional neighbourhood, her character takes an unexpected turn as she finds herself submerged in a world that is different from her normal settings. She goes on to say, “I also find great significance in the ideas that we have learned about in the series. Ever since I was a little child, I have always been a “family girl” and like travelling with my parents. The dynamics of my family are very significant to me! We need to discuss cultural identity.”
Anushka Sen received a ton of positive feedback from fans as soon as the web series teaser was released. They even called her by her character’s name, Asmara, which says a lot about the level of excitement Sen’s “Anushkians” had for her part in the show. “The challenge came up when there was this scene where my character had to showcase the distant relationship with her “nani,” she says in the interview. “I wasn’t able to sense it! On the other hand, People were learning how to confront injustice, according to my feedback.”
With Dil Dosti Dilemma out, her portrayal of Asmara, which oozes charm and genuineness, is receiving immense positive feedback from critics. One of the top portals stated that her performance truly makes an impression, while another highlighted how her self-assured acting guides her and how her real-life identity lends credibility to her role. She has undoubtedly won many over with her sensitive and realistic portrayal of the character!
Going forward, Anushka Sen has been achieving the Korean dream that all girls who have loved K-pop are destined to have, as we all know. The actress was cast in a travel show, a movie, and a Korean drama. Anushka recently rejoiced to announce that she has been named the “Honourary Brand Ambassador of Korean Tourism” too. Regarding the same, we inquire, “I have been working in the Korean film industry for nearly a year and a half; I am representing my nation abroad. Is there anything more exquisite than this? Right now, the affection has only doubled. I’m playing an assassin for the first time in my Korean debut. One schedule has been completed, and the other is still waiting to go on floors. What I love about my job is that I am talking about all cinema, regardless of which country I belong to or what language I speak. Despite being Indian, I can’t help but fall in love with K-dramas. I saw that several Koreans were absolutely enamoured with Shah Rukh Khan while I was in Korea. These are actually the real deals! I can’t quite put into words how I feel about being called a young worldwide star by everyone. I find it really inspiring! This emphasises the value of cross-cultural communication even more.”
“Every morning I receive positive responses,” she stated about her extensive social media presence. “It is fantastic to have folks on my following list who have followed me since I was a young child. Even though I’m only 21 years old, I want to make the most of my platforms and numbers. In addition to providing entertainment, I’d like to raise awareness.”
