Nandana Sen:Hot Scenes Don't Embarrass Me

Nandana Sen, daughter of Nobel Winner Amartya Sen, has been in the film industry for eight years, but has not been able to make a mark for herself as yet, despite being considered an accomplished actor.

That does not dampen her spirit, nor does it deter her from trying harder. She will soon be seen in Anand Rai's 'Strangers', with Jimmy Shergill and Kay Kay Menon.

Q. How would you describe your role in 'Strangers'?
A. I play the role of Preeti. The character has many shades. I like her honesty and sense of responsibility. It is a very realistic role, and not at all imaginary. She is looking for love. She is good looking and ugly at the same time.

She is generous and she is cruel. She lives in London. That is where she meets Rahul (Jimmy Shergill). And the story then moves forward.

Q. Tell us something about your director, Anand Rai.
A. He is one of the most talented directors, who is spontaneous and brilliant at the same time. He improvised the characterization on set, and could make all actors, senior or junior, good or bad, feel equal.

Q. How similar, or dissimilar, are Preeti and Nandana?
A. Quite dissimilar. The only common factor between the two is that both have been born and brought up in London, but are Indian at heart.

Q. Tell us about your co-stars Jimmy Shergill and Kay Kay Menon.
A. I would rate them amongst the best of the best artistes. Incidentally, Jimmy is my favourite. He is outstanding in this film, and I believe the audience will actually hate him when they watch him portray the obnoxious character that he plays. I would like to request the audience to appreciate his acting, and despise the character, not him.

Q. Is it true that this film is a copy of the Hollywood 'Strangers'?
A. Absolutely not. It is a fresh, original story. Of course, Anand Rai may have been inspired by something he read or saw, but the treatment is entirely his, as is the story.