'Waqt': 'Embarrassed' Shefali recalls playing mother to 5-year-older Akshay
What's the story
Shefali Shah, who is currently basking in the success of Delhi Crime 3, recently opened up about her early career choices. In a recent interview with NDTV, Shah (52) spoke about playing Akshay Kumar's (58) mother in the 2005 film Waqt. She was reportedly only 28 when she essayed the role. The film also starred Amitabh Bachchan.
Regrets
'I would die of embarrassment...'
Shah confessed that she would be embarrassed to watch the movie today. "I usually don't watch my films, so I must have watched it once, right? But if I had to watch Waqt again now, I would die of embarrassment." When asked if she regretted taking on such a role at that time, Shah said she lacked the "maturity," "understanding," and "knowledge of cinema" that she has now.
Career shift
How 'Delhi Crime' changed things for her
Shah reflected on her understanding of cinema at the time she took the role in Waqt. She said, "My way of working changed drastically after I did Delhi Crime." "Not only was it a turning point in my career, but it also changed the way I approach my work."
Career milestone
Shah's gratitude for 'Delhi Crime 3' success
Shah also expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming response to her performance in Delhi Crime 3. She took to Instagram to share a note, saying she was "terrified" before the show's release. In her post, she wrote about portraying a different side of her character, Vartika, emphasizing that every situation requires a specific approach, be it power, strength, command, or empathy. You can watch the show on Netflix.