The beauty of The Ba***ds Of Bollywood is that even actors who appeared in the show for just one scene are memorable. One such actor was Priyam Saha. She’s the one who gets kicked by Freddy Sodawallah (Manish Chaudhari). In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the multi-talented Priyam spoke about how she bagged the show and a lot more. The interview was fun-filled as Priyam dropped hilarious one-liners from start to finish. At the very beginning, she broke the ice by quipping, “You have caught me on a ridiculously good day. I am taking no responsibility for whatever I am going to say!”
EXCLUSIVE: Priyam Saha talks about her unforgettable kick scene in The Ba***ds Of Bollywood: “No CGI was used; felt safe thanks to Manish Chaudhari”; says, “Shah Rukh Khan is the ONLY man I have ever loved”; praises Aryan Khan, “When SRK is your father, this is the man you’ll become – warm, kind and witty”
How has life changed since the release of The Ba***ds Of Bollywood?
My life has not changed in the crazy way that people would imagine it has. At the same time, I have never been a part of something that 100% people have watched. Since the time it was released, I have constantly been on video calls, WhatsApp text messages and DMs. 1-2 people from the industry have also texted me. Those who visit my gym, they have all seen the show. Yesterday, I was on a set where Shanaya Kapoor was also present. I was briefing her about something when her manager asked me, ‘Weren’t you in Ba***ds?’. Even though I was not on camera, the crew members, technicians, light dada, spot dada etc. sheepishly looked at me and asked, ‘Ma’am, aap Ba***ds mein the na in that kick wala scene?’! When I leave my building, people are glancing at me.
Of course, I knew that a lot of people would watch it, but the impact is something else since everyone seems to have seen it. I have never experienced that before and I feel very grateful.
Who are these 2 people from the industry who reached out to you?
The iconic Rajat Bedi has commented on my picture (smiles). Then, Maheep Kapoor texted me; it was really nice of her. Manish Chaudhari sir sent me a very sweet message. He didn’t have to do that. People who haven’t been in touch with me for years have reached out. So, lots of exes have come back and written to me (laughs)!
How did you bag the role?
We shot it in 2023. I got a call for the audition. They definitely told me that it was a Red Chillies production; I can’t remember if they mentioned that it was Aryan Khan’s show. I auditioned, got shortlisted and then I bagged the part. I was also skeptical because of the nature of the scene! But overall, it all worked out.
I don’t think a body double was used in the scene where you get kicked…
This is an industry secret. I can’t talk about it! But I can tell you that it was not CGI.
How was it being directed by Aryan Khan?
He’s amazing. I am a big Shah Rukh Khan fan. He is the only man I have ever loved in my life. So, that bias was always there and it’ll be your benchmark. But when you meet Aryan, the first feeling is that ‘Wow, the difference between all of us and Aryan is that iska baap Shah Rukh Khan hai’. When Shah Rukh Khan is your father, this is the man you’ll become – warm, kind and witty. And he’s also so cool. I am talking about 2023, when Aryan was a concept. I was wondering what he would be like. There’s a quiet confidence about him. I met him before the shoot. He insisted on a workshop for us as it was a key scene. This is the scene that truly establishes Freddy as a bad guy. Freddy and Aasmaan’s altercation also happened in the same scene. He was truly involved and passionate. When I met him for the first time, he told me the idea behind the show and what all happens in the narrative leading up to my scene. The way Aryan talked about Ba***ds is like another show. He was so excited. Usko itni khushi hai ki usne aur uske bhai logon ne yeh show banaya hai and also how they were going to shoot and edit it. He was involved in every single aspect. He didn’t have to come for my dubbing and yet he was there. The other actors are also talking about Aryan and that woh ek hazaar takes karata hai jo ki bikul sach baat hai! However, the good part is that even though we are doing the same thing for many hours, he’s telling you clearly what he wants, what he wants you to change etc.
How many takes did it take for the scene where you get attacked?
As many as you are thinking, plus ten more (smiles).
How was it working with Manish Chaudhari?
He made me feel safe. Main tingu si hoon yaar! Everybody is like, ‘You were so good. You stood up to him’. But that’s because he let me. While rehearsing, I was hesitating while pushing him as he’s like a hundred years older than me! But he told me, ‘Go for it’. I found a lot of solace and safety to do a scene like that thanks to him.
Have you been approached for season 2 of The Ba***ds Of Bollywood?
From your mouth to God’s ear (laughs)! If they call me, I’ll be there for sure. I’ll kick Freddy’s ass back!
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