Nyrraa Banerji, aka Leela from 'Hasratein S2', Shares Her Character Insights

Key Takeaways

Leela represents quiet courage and self-rediscovery.
The narrative emphasizes the importance of women feeling valued.
Nyrraa's love for perfumes enhances her portrayal of Leela.
Collaboration with co-stars enriched the authenticity of the story.
The series offers a fresh perspective on love and self-acceptance.

Mumbai, April 25 (NationPress) The recent episode of Hungama OTT's series "Hasratein S2" has introduced a captivating new character, Leela, brought to life by Nyrraa M Banerji.

Leela is an exceptionally talented perfumer whose artistic spirit has long been stifled by an unfulfilling marriage. However, her life takes a transformative turn when a work trip leads her to cross paths with Rajveer, a charming fellow perfumer. As their professional collaboration blossoms into something beyond just olfactory enchantment, Leela sets forth on a path to rediscover her self-assurance, aspirations, and true identity.

Reflecting on her character, Nyrraa expressed, “Leela felt incredibly real to me. Her journey is a tribute to quiet resilience and unrealized potential. She’s an individual who has overlooked her own needs for far too long, and it’s through creativity and connection that she ultimately finds her voice. Portraying her reminded me of the significance for women to be acknowledged, heard, and appreciated. This isn’t merely a conventional love story; it’s a narrative of self-acceptance.”

Discussing her profound tie to the fragrance realm, Nyrraa shared, “I have always cherished perfumes. In fact, I possess a unique fragrance that I wear constantly. Whenever I travel, I make it a point to acquire a perfume from each location—it’s my way of preserving memories. Thus, embodying Leela, who is deeply intertwined with scent, felt instinctive to me. During filming, I even used my personal perfume to help immerse myself in Leela’s essence—it effortlessly transported me into her world.”

Recalling her experience with the cast, she remarked, “There was such sincerity in the way Param and Aarush approached their roles, which motivated me to perform at my utmost. Both brought unique energies to the set, greatly influencing the emotional nuances of the narrative. Our scenes felt genuine and vibrant, and the trust we cultivated off-camera made it seamless to convey that authenticity on-screen. I take pride in what we have accomplished collectively.”