Mahesh Bhatt inspired me to play Neela: Sayantani Ghosh (TV Snippets)

Mumbai Nov 17 (IANS) Actress Sayantani Ghosh who plays a step-mother in Mahesh Bhatt s "Naamkarann" says the filmmaker convinced her to take up the role.

"I remember that initially I was very doubtful to take up this character. Later Bhatt saheb inspired me. He actually told me that if he can t do justice to Neela he will fail in his life. These were his words he actually realised the importance of a step-mother in his own life " Sayantani said in a statement.

Talking about her journey in the show Sayantani said: "My journey in Naamkarann can be considered as a roller-coaster ride. It is an amazing feeling that I m associated with the show from the beginning. It is a special feeling to be part of this show as the show is doing good."

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Gulfam Khan wants to play a comic character

Actress Gulfam Khan who is seen in television shows like "Naamkarann" and "Laado - Veerpur Ki Mardaani" says she wants to play a comic character.

"As of now I m playing a very positive character in Naamkarann and as an evil women in Laado - Veerpur Ki Mardaani . But I really want to do a comic role as it is most difficult. I have done a lot of comedy too in the past " Gulfam said in a statement.

Talking about her character in "Laado - Veerpur Ki Mardaani" she said: "My character in Laado - Veerpur Ki Mardaani is very evil as I use my own daughter.

"I know people don t hate me they hate the characters. But it feels nice when people tell me to mend my ways."

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