<div>While a few actors sign films that challenge the artist in them, actor Tanishaa Mukerji not only does the same but also devotes time for other things such as promoting a clean and green environment through her NGO, ‘Stamp’. <br /><br />The actor has just essayed a powerful role as a journalist in the biopic based on social activist Anna Hazare. She was thoroughly impressed with Anna and his ideals. Tanishaa has also completed shooting for an Indo-American film in New York. She is in the process of reading and finalising a few more scripts. In an interview with Nina C George, the actor, who was in the city recently, talks about what keeps her going. <br /><br />What got you to sign the biopic on Anna Hazare? <br /><br />As an actor, I have always believed in doing varied roles. Any actor would love to do a role like the one I played in the biopic. There’s a visible transformation in the role, from someone who is jaded and not that involved in journalism to someone who gets very involved in what she is doing. I like playing such characters. <br /><br />What was the best part about working on the project? <br /><br />The film is very realistic. I saw multiple videos of journalists because there is a certain style in which they speak when they are reporting. They have a rhythm to their language. I had to get that flow. The Hindi they speak is very different from what we usually speak so I had to work very hard to get my pronunciation right and get into the skin of the character.<br /> <br />Your thoughts on Anna...<br /><br />The determination and courage with which Anna takes forward his pledge and belief is admirable and indeed contagious. His is an absolutely inspiring personality. <br /><br />What's your next project? <br /><br />I’ve just returned after shooting for an Indo-American film in New York. It’s completely different and I am sure the audience is going to love seeing this side of me as an actor. <br /><br />What is your criteria for signing a project?<br /><br />For me, it’s never about the medium but the quality of work. I don’t mind doing television as well if there is something exciting. <br /><br />How was it to work on ‘Bigg Boss’ and ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’? <br /><br />‘Bigg Boss’ and ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ were both very challenging for me. I would like to work on projects that are unusual and those that offer a learning experience. <br /><br />If there’s a difference you want to make in the society, what would it be? <br /><br />Definitely a more green environment! We need more trees around for a balanced living. The climate and air that we are currently living in is horrible, and we all need to become more aware about the ill-effects of global warming! So, for me, trees and plants are saviours in keeping our atmosphere clean. <br /><br />Life amidst five dogs... <br /><br />Bliss! I am a dog lover and these aren’t just dogs for me but are my babies. I love them like kids, and they give me all the happiness in the world after a long day at work. <br /><br />About being in Bengaluru....<br /><br />I really love Bengaluru for its greenery and everything about the city seems so proper. Mumbai is clearly lacking in green spaces and I think all growing cities must retain its green patch just like Bengaluru. </div>
<div>While a few actors sign films that challenge the artist in them, actor Tanishaa Mukerji not only does the same but also devotes time for other things such as promoting a clean and green environment through her NGO, ‘Stamp’. <br /><br />The actor has just essayed a powerful role as a journalist in the biopic based on social activist Anna Hazare. She was thoroughly impressed with Anna and his ideals. Tanishaa has also completed shooting for an Indo-American film in New York. She is in the process of reading and finalising a few more scripts. In an interview with Nina C George, the actor, who was in the city recently, talks about what keeps her going. <br /><br />What got you to sign the biopic on Anna Hazare? <br /><br />As an actor, I have always believed in doing varied roles. Any actor would love to do a role like the one I played in the biopic. There’s a visible transformation in the role, from someone who is jaded and not that involved in journalism to someone who gets very involved in what she is doing. I like playing such characters. <br /><br />What was the best part about working on the project? <br /><br />The film is very realistic. I saw multiple videos of journalists because there is a certain style in which they speak when they are reporting. They have a rhythm to their language. I had to get that flow. The Hindi they speak is very different from what we usually speak so I had to work very hard to get my pronunciation right and get into the skin of the character.<br /> <br />Your thoughts on Anna...<br /><br />The determination and courage with which Anna takes forward his pledge and belief is admirable and indeed contagious. His is an absolutely inspiring personality. <br /><br />What's your next project? <br /><br />I’ve just returned after shooting for an Indo-American film in New York. It’s completely different and I am sure the audience is going to love seeing this side of me as an actor. <br /><br />What is your criteria for signing a project?<br /><br />For me, it’s never about the medium but the quality of work. I don’t mind doing television as well if there is something exciting. <br /><br />How was it to work on ‘Bigg Boss’ and ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’? <br /><br />‘Bigg Boss’ and ‘Khatron Ke Khiladi’ were both very challenging for me. I would like to work on projects that are unusual and those that offer a learning experience. <br /><br />If there’s a difference you want to make in the society, what would it be? <br /><br />Definitely a more green environment! We need more trees around for a balanced living. The climate and air that we are currently living in is horrible, and we all need to become more aware about the ill-effects of global warming! So, for me, trees and plants are saviours in keeping our atmosphere clean. <br /><br />Life amidst five dogs... <br /><br />Bliss! I am a dog lover and these aren’t just dogs for me but are my babies. I love them like kids, and they give me all the happiness in the world after a long day at work. <br /><br />About being in Bengaluru....<br /><br />I really love Bengaluru for its greenery and everything about the city seems so proper. Mumbai is clearly lacking in green spaces and I think all growing cities must retain its green patch just like Bengaluru. </div>