<p>Ashvini Bhave, who was considered to be quite a popular name in Hindi cinema in the 90s, is in the limelight with the Voot Select original <em>The Raikar Case</em> that marks her comeback after a hiatus. Speaking exclusively to DH, the powerhouse performer opens up about her decision to enter the digital world, her love for organic farming and working with the iconic Vishnuvardhan in <em>Vishnu Vijaya/Ashaant</em>.</p>.<p><strong>What prompted you to make your comeback with a digital series?</strong></p>.<p>It is a new medium and comes with a set of challenges for an actor. My character in <em>The Raikar Case </em>is a rather intriguing one and this prompted me to take it up. Moreover, personally speaking, I love binge-watching web series and feel they can reach a wide audience.</p>.<p><strong>How different an experience is a web series when compared to a movie?</strong></p>.<p>Working on a web series is a bit challenging. In films we have the whole character/script in mind, which might not be possible here. In some ways, doing a web show is like working on three film scripts at once.</p>.<p><strong>Do you feel contemporary writers are able to create good roles for established actors?</strong></p>.<p> The makers of <em>The Raikar Case</em> have done justice to my character so I am happy. However, generally speaking, there is less scope of being typecast in a web series when compared to movies.</p>.<p><strong>You worked with Vishnuvardhan in </strong><em><strong>Vishnu Vijaya</strong>.</em></p>.<p>Vishnuji was a senior actor and had heard a lot about him when I worked with him. He was an understanding person and was always ready to help me, which made a big difference as shooting a bilingual is not an easy task. On the other hand, Akshay (Kumar) was always punctual and lively. All in all, it was a good experience.</p>.<p><strong>How did your tryst with organic farming begin?</strong></p>.<p>I took up organic farming as a hobby rather than a profession. My mamaji had a farm and (while growing up) I would often pluck mangoes, which might have influenced me to take up the hobby.</p>.<p><strong>What is the key to survival in the entertainment industry?</strong></p>.<p>You just need to do your job well and give it your best. People will ultimately remember you for your good work.</p>.<p><strong>Do you plan to take up more work going forward or was <em>The Raikar Case</em> a one off?</strong></p>.<p>I have been a bit selective in choosing my projects but would definitely love to do a light-hearted series in the near future.</p>.<p>Read: <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/the-raikar-case-this-voot-select-offering-makes-a-decent-impact-822938.html">‘The Raikar Case’: This Voot Select offering makes a decent impact</a><br /><br /> </p>
<p>Ashvini Bhave, who was considered to be quite a popular name in Hindi cinema in the 90s, is in the limelight with the Voot Select original <em>The Raikar Case</em> that marks her comeback after a hiatus. Speaking exclusively to DH, the powerhouse performer opens up about her decision to enter the digital world, her love for organic farming and working with the iconic Vishnuvardhan in <em>Vishnu Vijaya/Ashaant</em>.</p>.<p><strong>What prompted you to make your comeback with a digital series?</strong></p>.<p>It is a new medium and comes with a set of challenges for an actor. My character in <em>The Raikar Case </em>is a rather intriguing one and this prompted me to take it up. Moreover, personally speaking, I love binge-watching web series and feel they can reach a wide audience.</p>.<p><strong>How different an experience is a web series when compared to a movie?</strong></p>.<p>Working on a web series is a bit challenging. In films we have the whole character/script in mind, which might not be possible here. In some ways, doing a web show is like working on three film scripts at once.</p>.<p><strong>Do you feel contemporary writers are able to create good roles for established actors?</strong></p>.<p> The makers of <em>The Raikar Case</em> have done justice to my character so I am happy. However, generally speaking, there is less scope of being typecast in a web series when compared to movies.</p>.<p><strong>You worked with Vishnuvardhan in </strong><em><strong>Vishnu Vijaya</strong>.</em></p>.<p>Vishnuji was a senior actor and had heard a lot about him when I worked with him. He was an understanding person and was always ready to help me, which made a big difference as shooting a bilingual is not an easy task. On the other hand, Akshay (Kumar) was always punctual and lively. All in all, it was a good experience.</p>.<p><strong>How did your tryst with organic farming begin?</strong></p>.<p>I took up organic farming as a hobby rather than a profession. My mamaji had a farm and (while growing up) I would often pluck mangoes, which might have influenced me to take up the hobby.</p>.<p><strong>What is the key to survival in the entertainment industry?</strong></p>.<p>You just need to do your job well and give it your best. People will ultimately remember you for your good work.</p>.<p><strong>Do you plan to take up more work going forward or was <em>The Raikar Case</em> a one off?</strong></p>.<p>I have been a bit selective in choosing my projects but would definitely love to do a light-hearted series in the near future.</p>.<p>Read: <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/the-raikar-case-this-voot-select-offering-makes-a-decent-impact-822938.html">‘The Raikar Case’: This Voot Select offering makes a decent impact</a><br /><br /> </p>
