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29 March 2024

Tabu wants to judge dance reality show

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By Lipika Verma, Sanskriti Media

Tabu is known to choose films and characters that definitely create an  impact on the audiences. Her latest is in director Ang Lee’s film  ‘Life of Pi.’ “I am happy to have been chosen to work with him.

It was  an honor to be part of his film ‘Life of Pi.’ I am not just playing  the mother of Pi (Suraj Sharma), but this mother is an integral part  of the story telling.

Ang Lee cast me obviously for a worthwhile  character. It is interesting to work with directors from different  countries. Ifeel working in a different atmosphere, we imbibe so many  good things.

We get to exchange views while interacting with people  belonging to different cultures and atmospheres and I always love to  carry a few interesting experiences back home. Ang Lee is a wonderful  director.

This film will see a different 3D of its kind. Also  presenting an interesting Indian tale with Indian actors he surely  tries to push us all to perfection.”

 Beginning her journey here in Mumbai was magical enough for her. “I  remember my sister Farah was the typical Yashraj kind of heroine.

We  never ever thought of coming here to Mumbai and being a part of the  glitz and glamour. We belonged to Hyderabad, which was then known as a  small town in a way.

Having been chosen by Yash uncle, all three women  from our family turned to Mumbai and started our filmy journey. I have  not worked with the Yashraj banner but it is like family to us.

The  Yashraj banner is known to showcase its heroines as the most beautiful  Indian women. Grooming Farah and making her look the most beautiful  actress definitely enhanced our association with Yash uncle.

I have  somehow never been a part of his films, but that’s fine. I cherish the  association that we shared we them through my sister Farah.”

 Tabu has always represented strong womanly characters. “Yes, I have  been related to strong female characters. All this happened per  chance.

You guys have tagged me as a choosy actor but actually all  those roles fell into my lap. I agree that women in today’s world need  their space and also have to be strong in everything they do. I have  picked up so many things from my mom. Our family comprises mom, my  sister Farah, and me.

Having carved a niche in the Hindi film industry  without any major support and guidance was not an easy task. But I am  content with whatever we have in store for us.

Hyderabad has  flourished now but belonging to those times when it was considered  just as any other small Indian village I understand how important it  is for a woman to make a strong position in the society in any field.

 I have always supported the women’s cause. Nonetheless, I don’t like  to hold a ‘jhanda’ (flag) and march openly against any corruption  women are subjected to.

I believe any kind of ‘atyachar’ (atrocities)  towards a woman should not be tolerated. Women should know their  limits and put their foot down when subjected to abuse.”

 On being influenced by her mom, she says, “Yes, I think at this age I  am being too much influenced by mom’s behavior. I keep asking my  friends to keep hogging various things that I offer them when they  visit me.

I remember when I was a little younger I would not like mom  coaxing people requesting them to eat whatever is offered.

Then I  would tell mom ‘kya hai mom, woh kha lenge na! Don’t force them for  heaven’s sake; they will eat whatever they like.’ But alas! I too am  following the footsteps of mom, which I have realized and will try to  keep under control. As a host, every Indian tries to do that!”

 Presenting her thought about life she says, “Life is not easy, one  surely does not tread on a bed of roses. But one need not be  discouraged by the ups and downs that he/she encounters in life. I  have learned to move forward in life considering all odds.

I feel  family support is very important. Especially for me, I professes a  religion where I had so many cultural impositions to face. Choosing  this profession was not at all a cakewalk but with the support of my  family I could sail through.

I started working in films since an early  age. I am, however, content with the cinema I followed. I have no  hunger for doing various roles now. But yes, if something really comes  my way which allures me I shall surely be a part of that film.”

 “Also during my leisure hours, I love to take holidays and travel to  different places as I love travelling and learning more about  different countries,” she says.

Tabu also let us in on a secret, what  she does when not doing films. “I was busy doing a French course. It  is an interesting subject.

I have developed a liking for it,” says  Tabu, who is also open to doing reality shows. “If I get any offers  for working on television, I am open to it but I would love to be  associated with a dance reality show. I love to dance. Dancing is my  passion. Whenever I am happy, I feel like jigging a step or two.

 Watching the talents on dancing shows, I would love to judge them. I  shall unhesitatingly accept the offer of judging all the dancing  potentials of our country,” she says.