Mandy Takhar: I will always take pride in anything related to Punjabi culture

Bubbly girl Mandy Takhar plays a pivotal role in Diljit Dosanjh- starrer Sardaar Ji, which released on June 26, 2015. In a career spanning almost half a decade, the actress has worked on a Hindi and Tamil film, besides doing six Punjabi films. In an interview, Mandy talked about her new film and much more. Excerpts:
Tell us about your character in Sardaar Ji?
The character I play is Jasmin Kaur.She is a girl from England, which is something I could relate to. Being a British myself, I have a Jasmin have a lot in common. The role was challenging as Jasmin has experienced a lot of things which I have not. Therefore, doing this role was an interesting experience. The director was looking for someone who was a UK born.
How was it working with Diljit and Neeru Bajwa for the first time?
I had this desire of working with both of them for quite a while. However, I never thought that I would get to work with them in one go. I am so glad to have been associated with White Hill Productions. It cannot get any bigger than that. The whole team has been superb. I feel blessed and lucky.
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How do you select projects?
The subject has to be great. The star cast, the production quality are some of the factors that I think about. However, the main key is the execution. Without great execution, everything for me is pointless.
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Have you trained in acting?
I have done a few courses in India and in the UK but I have always been passionate about acting and was drawn towards it from a very young age. I moved to India in 2009 and that is when I got my first film.
What are your thoughts on Punjabi cinema?
I just love how White Hill Productions like to try new things and I am so glad to be a part of something new in the industry. It is great to take challenges.
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You have worked in Bollywood and Tollywood as well. How different are the industries as compared to Pollywood?
I came to Mumbai first. I will always take pride in anything related to Punjabi culture and I will certainly not give up Punjabi films. But I will selective while taking up projects and people I want to work with.
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