I am quite unapologetic po in my real life’
Actor Swara Bhasker shares why she chooses intense roles and believes in having an opinion
Actor Swara Bhasker has impressed fans with some really strong performances on the screen. Be it an intense portrayal of a selfless mother in Nil Battey Sannata (2015), a modern, freespirited girl in the Tanu Weds Manu series, or a small-town erotic folk dancer in Anaarkali Of Aarah, Swara is known for playing unapologetic characters who believe in defying the status quo.
Swara says such roles come naturally to her. “I think it’s ingrained in me. I am quite unapologetic in my real life, too,” says the actor.
A law student, Swara hails from a liberal family and owes her on-screen choices to her growing up days. “My parents have always encouraged me to think for myself. I’ve studied under open-minded teachers who pushed me to think in a critical sort of way,” adds Swara.
The 29-year-old, who is currently shooting for Veere Di Wedding in Delhi, believes that she is not apprehensive about speaking her mind on any given subject. “It’s important to raise your voice against something that’s wrong because being neutral is actually admitting it,” she says.
Swara feels that as an actor, one can’t skip pertinent questions. “As an artiste, you have a responsibility towards the world. We can’t just sit silent saying that our job is only to entertain. I believe our job is also to make an influence in other people’s lives as well.”