I was pleasantly surprised to learn that I had made it to IMDB’s popular Indian celebrities list for the week. As they note it’s because of my portrayal of Indira “Indu” Batra on Gulmohar.
I think the reason why her character resonated so much with audiences is her representation of a particular type of modern Indian woman: someone who is unwavering, resilient, and determined. Indu wears multiple hats over the course of the film – she’s not just a homemaker but also a trailblazer. Her ability to balancer multiple roles with poise and grace connected, I think, with one of the archetypes of woman across the households of India.