Portraying vulnerability is far more challenging, feels Saiyami Kher

Actress Saiyami Kher, who is all set to showcase her softer side in filmmaker Vikram Phadnis’ upcoming yet-untitled social drama, feels that sometimes portraying vulnerability is far more challenging. Speaking about the role, Saiyami told IANS: “I’ve played characters that are physically very demanding for a long time, and those roles have shaped me a lot as an actor. This film is very different. It’s softer, more emotional, and relies heavily on internal journeys rather than external action.”

“That was what attracted me to it. Sometimes portraying vulnerability is far more challenging, and I was keen to explore that space again,” said the actress about the film, which also stars actor Tahir Raj Bhasin.

Saiyami recently wrapped up shooting for “Haiwaan” starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film also stars Sharib Hashmi. Shot across picturesque locations including Kochi, Ooty, and Mumbai, the film went on floors in August this year, and marks the reunion of Akshay, and Saif after 18 years. Saiyami was last seen in “Jaat” directed by Gopichand Malineni.

The film stars Sunny Deol, Randeep Hooda, Regena Cassandrra, Vineet Kumar Singh and Saiyami Kher in pivotal roles, along with Ramya Krishnan, Jagapathi Babu, Prashant Bajaj, Zarina Wahab, P. Ravi Shankar, and Babloo Prithiveeraj.

“Jaat” follows a mysterious passenger whose obsessive demand for an apology brings him face to face with a ruthless labourer-turned-crime boss, sparking a battle between the two.

Born in Maharashtra, Saiyami, whose elder sister is also a Marathi actress, made her acting debut with the Telugu film “Rey” in 2015 and her Hindi debut with “Mirzya” in 2016. Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra directed “Mirzya,” and also featured actor Harshvardhan Kapoor and Saiyami. She has since appeared in “Mauli,” “Choked,” “Wild Dog” and “Ghoomer.” She has also starred in the streaming series Special OPS and “Faadu.”

Meanwhile, Saiyami Kher and Gulshan Devaiah have joined hands once again as they feature in an upcoming soulful romantic music video titled “Aise Na Humko” composed by celebrated lyricist-composer Swanand Kirkire. Sharing her excitement, Saiyami said, “I have always been a fan of Swanand’s work and wanted to do something with him. I truly feel he is a treasure and so incredibly gifted such a fantastic writer, actor, and now a composer. It’s incredible how much one man can do.”

The actress is happy to work with Gulshan, with whom she was previously seen in “8 A.M. Metro.”

“I was so happy when Gulshan agreed to come on board because we’ve worked together on 8 A.M. Metro and I share a certain comfort with him. He’s such a sport and wonderful to work with.”

Indo Asian News Service

Mumbai