Surabhi Das is all set for one of the biggest leaps in her career. Having established a strong television presence, he is currently set to appear in: Nitesh TiwariThe most awaited epic of ‘Ramayana’. Das, who moved from the northeast to Mumbai for his television career, has bagged a major part in the upcoming film directed by Nitesh Tiwari.
Surabhi Das clarifies her role in ‘Ramayana’
In a conversation with Moneycontrol, Surabhi opened up about landing a role in the big budget film and set the record straight about her character. Responding to the rumours, he confirmed that he is not playing with Urmila. “I’m not playing Urmila. I’m playing Shrutakirti, Sita’s younger sister and Shatrughan’s wife,” she said. The actress also admitted that she was overwhelmed to know that she was cast in one of India’s most ambitious films till date. “I am very grateful to be a part of ‘Ramayana’, even if it is a small role. When I got the call, I kept wondering if I was just shortlisted or if I was really locked in for the film.
Surabhi Das on the audition journey and her transition to films
Das shared that his journey started with an audition for casting director Mukesh Chhabra, though it took almost two months for the confirmation to arrive, where he was already shooting for his show Pandya Brothers. “I went to Mukesh Chhabra and auditioned. After about two months, I got a call saying I was locked in. After that there were look tests and costume tests. Slowly everything started. I can’t believe I get to share screen space with these legends. It is a wonderful feeling and I am grateful to God, “said an ecstatic Surabhi. Despite spending recent years on television, he clarified that his transition to films was not born from frustration but from a true desire to grow as an actor. “I wouldn’t call it a struggle. That’s just the process. We don’t belong to film families where someone can make a phone call and get us a job. You have to audition and keep auditioning. Until your projects are released, you have to keep contacting casting directors if there’s a suitable role.”Das added that the transition was smooth, largely because the opportunities kept lining up. “I already did Nima Denzongpa when I moved from Assam. After that my Pandya Store. Then I decided to stay away from television, Ramayana happened and now I have two more films lined up. I have been fortunate that I never had a long gap without work,” she said. Among her future projects is a film set against the backdrop of the 1971 war, where she takes on the role of a woman who is both mentally and physically strong. He also has a part in Vikas Bahl:Dil Ka Darwaza Kholna Darling. On why she finds films and OTT more appealing than television, Surabhi explains that she wants to move beyond recurring character types. “When you do television, the female lead is usually written in a similar way. I want to explore different emotions and different personalities. OTT and films give you that space as an actor. They will see women standing up for themselves and others. I’m excited because every project gives me something new,” he said.
Surabhi Das on the difference between regional cinema and Bollywood
Having worked in Assamese cinema and now entering a big-ticket Hindi production, Surabhi aims to measure the most striking difference, as Bollywood projects have far more resources at their disposal. “Budget-wise there is a big difference. In Ramayana, the sets are huge and there are hundreds of people working every day. Regional films are made with smaller budgets. In regional films, you usually have to handle a lot of things yourself. In Bollywood, there is a team for everything, from costumes to styling. The working style is more organized. But the movement itself does not change. The performance remains the same,” he said.