Why Was Fatima Sana Shaikh Unsure as an Actor in ‘Ludo’?
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Synopsis
Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh opens up about her journey from uncertainty to confidence while working with filmmaker Anurag Basu on the film ‘Ludo’. She reflects on how his encouragement helped her to trust her instincts, paving the way for her growth as an actor in her upcoming project, ‘Metro... In Dino’.
Key Takeaways
- Fatima Sana Shaikh felt unsure as an actor during her role in 'Ludo'.
- Working with Anurag Basu helped her trust her instincts.
- She believes she has improved as an actor since then.
- The upcoming film ‘Metro... In Dino’ showcases her growth.
- Mentorship plays a crucial role in an actor's journey.
Mumbai, June 15 (NationPress) Actress Fatima Sana Shaikh, currently preparing for the premiere of her forthcoming film ‘Metro... In Dino’, felt significantly more comfortable collaborating with Anurag Basu this time.
Previously, they teamed up for ‘Ludo’, which debuted during the peak of the pandemic. In a conversation with IANS, she reflected on her initial uncertainty as an actor during that period. However, stepping onto the set transformed her perspective. Anurag’s approach provided her with comfort and taught her to have faith in her instincts.
Fatima shared with IANS, “When you learn to surrender to him so much, I think you just relax. You don't think so much because you become more instinctive. That's what I experienced. I think I got clarity when I did ‘Ludo’. When I did Ludo, I was very unsure as an actor. For him, he's working with so many actors, so he might not know the weight of his words. But one day he told me, ‘Stop doubting yourself. What you're doing is correct. Your instinct is right’. So, basically, he asked me to follow my instinct.”
She elaborated, “And that coming from Anurag Basu is a huge thing. He doesn't realize the weight of his words. But for an actor who's just new and who's just come, that really changed the way I approach my scenes because I was like, ‘No, whatever I do, let me see how wrong it is’.”
“So, that really helped me. In this film, I feel I've become a slightly improved actor compared to my role in ‘Ludo’. Navigating that for me was a lot easier this time. It was simpler previously because I had surrendered. However, I feel I've gained a bit more control over my craft this time.”
Presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series in collaboration with Anurag Basu Productions Pvt. Ltd., ‘Metro In Dino’ is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu, and Taani Basu.
The film is scheduled to hit theaters on July 4, 2025.
Point of View
I believe Fatima Sana Shaikh's journey is a testament to the transformative power of mentorship in the arts. Her reflections on working with Anurag Basu highlight the essential role that guidance can play in an actor's development, particularly in an industry as competitive as Bollywood.
NationPress
15/06/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Fatima learn from Anurag Basu?
Fatima learned to trust her instincts and not to doubt herself, which significantly improved her approach to acting.
How did working on 'Ludo' affect Fatima's acting?
Working on 'Ludo' helped Fatima gain clarity and confidence as an actor, which she believes has made her a better performer.
When is ‘Metro... In Dino’ releasing?
The film ‘Metro... In Dino’ is set to release in cinemas on July 4, 2025.
