The Hum Log experience
Everything was remarkable about the serial, the cast, the crew, the story and the dialogues. It left its imprint on the Indian television industry. All actors were amazing people to work with and we were like one big family. We all got along very well with each other. It was like a dream come true to work with such talented people. I consider myself lucky to have got such an opportunity at such a young age.

On the most memorable incident
I remember we were shooting for this episode where Majhli runs away with a con guy; when she comes back home, she has to show the stigma she experiences through her expressions. I did it once, but after the shot, director Kumar Vasudev was not impressed with the scene and asked me to, ‘act like the character Majhli and not Divya.’ In the next shot, I just let it flow. After the shot was over, the director forgot to say ‘cut’ and when I turned around, everyone, including my mom was in tears.

Changing face of television
Technically, the industry has grown a lot and has reached a different level altogether. Whether it’s the lighting, camera or costumes – everything is well-organised and co-ordinated. Money-wise, it’s well paid. But unlike earlier, when story used to be the king, serials being made today are way away from reality. There are serials which portray the woman character getting up early in the morning, with embroidered saree, jewellery and full make-up. These serials are not for everyone. There is a section of women who want to lead such lives and they are the ones who make good viewers of such soaps.

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