RANI MUKHERJEE
Holding Nothing Back

Rani Mukherjee, is a popular actress these dayy. The star started her career in Raja Ki Aayengi Baraat, which did not do so well. But Rani made a big impact in Bollywood with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, which she stared alongside Shah Rukh Khan and her cousin Kajol.

We catched up with Rani a few weeks ago, below are some questions we put to the female actress.

People have been talking about your first movie.
Well, Raja Ki Aayengi Baraat was not really my mistake into the Bollywood industry. I had to enter into the industry one day so I thought of doing that film. Then, I was apporoached for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai which was a super-hit.

Which film according to you let you up in the industry?
Well, looking generally, it was Kuch Kuch Hota Hai & Ghulam. Then, ofcourse I had a number of good films.

You've been known as Kajol's cousin. Did this title help you anyway?
In a way, yes. The hype of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was much more as I was regarded as Kajol's cousin. But, still my efforts are also there. Generally speaking, I never wanted to join in the Bollywood industry, but I always wanted to become famous and known to the world. I can feel my ambition has become true now.

Do you take Kajol as your rival in the Bollywood industry?
Not really, cousins are cousins and not some rival. In any field, if two cousins are there, they are not compared that much. Anyway, I think very highly of her. We keep meeting every week or so. Kajol is obviously made her trade mark in the Bollywood industry. She is more smart and talented.

Your next film, Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai has been postponed a lot.
Well, Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai stars me & Govinda. The film releases this May and ofcourse its another entertainer with romance. I just hope the movie is a hit.

In the past you've had several movies with Govinda. Any special reason?
Not exactly. Govinda is a good friend and we both tag on together very nicely. I enjoy doing films with him. Generally comedy ones, but Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai is my first romantic film with him.

What about Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai?
Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai stars me, Abhishek, Jackie & Sushmita. The promos are already on air and the movie is good. Frankly speaking, the movie is Abhishek & Jackie's. I just thought of doing a different role so I agreed to do the film.

With whom would you like to work in your next film?
Anyone, even an actor making his debut will do. But, the script should be good and the actor should have potential and talent.

You've grown slim over the past few years. What's your secret?
After shooting for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, I was really busy signing up films and I generally used to get tired and I put on some weight. So, I decided to sleep at proper time and eat properly, and that's how I reduced my weight.

Tell us something about more of your forthcoming films.
A movie to watch out is Nayak where I star opposite Anil Kapoor. I play a village girl. And then, as mentioned before Pyaar Diwana Hota Hai & Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai. I'm personally waiting for Bas Itna Sa Khwab Hai to hit the silver screen, it is one of my best works and I'm happy about it. The story is entirely different and a typical new generation-type movie. Then, this year I'll have Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Ghum also release. I have a special appearance in the film.

What's between you and Preity Zinta? You two intend to get along quite well.
Preity Zinta is one of my best friends in the industry. We've just been casted in two films together and both along with Salman Khan, so there's nothing great in it. What's all this hush-hush about is what I don't understand. Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, which didn't fare well at the box-office was my first film with Preity Zinta. Then, came Chori Chori Chupke Chupke which was declared a hit. Both these movies were some good movies of mine. I intend to do more films with Salman & Preity. As everyone says, we make the perfect trio. Maybe, a trio would do after the Shah rukh - Kajol duo?

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