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NDTV
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
NDTV Exclusive: Shriya Pilgaonkar Calls Mirzapur"Turning Point" Of Her Career - "It Was Like Doing A Big Commercial Film"
New Delhi: Shriya Pilgaonkar, who was last seen playing a police officer in ZEE5's Chhal Kapat The Deception, recently revealed the project she considers to be the turning point in her career. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, the actress shared that Mirzapur "changed the momentum." Shriya, who played the role of Sweety Gupta in the show, said, "Although I made my Hindi film debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Fan, I think it was Mirzapur that really changed the momentum of my career in terms of the success of that show. It was like doing a big commercial film, right? It's still extremely popular. I'm known as Sweety Gupta to a lot of people." Reflecting on the other key moments that shaped her journey as an actor, she shared, "And after that, I think if I were to speak in terms of the scope that a part gave me, Guilty Minds - I mean, my character of the lawyer Kashaf Kazi in Guilty Minds - gave me a lot of critics' love and I think it just gave me scope to show what I'm capable of, and every actor really wants that. You know, when you have that much meat and that much scope to really play around, explore yourself, unravel those layers. But I've been very, very fortunate because all the parts I've played have had a certain graph and have been memorable in their own way." The actress added, "And people know me as those characters and I think there is no bigger compliment than people calling you by the names of the characters - so whether it is Sweety from Mirzapur or Madhu from Taaza Khabar - when people call me that, I think that makes me feel very good." "But I would still say that, you know, it's been 10 years since I started acting, but I still approach my work with the energy and passion and hope of a debutante, because there is so much more that I want to do and I want to prove. And I feel like I'm more ambitious than I've ever been," Shriya concluded. ICYDK, in Chhal Kapat The Deception, Shriya plays a fierce cop. As part of her prep for the role, she interacted with several real-life police officers in Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. She also learned about 1090, a women's redressal helpline run by the state police. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan, the series features an ensemble cast including Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva. It is produced by Juggernaut Production and premiered on June 6 on ZEE5. Shriya is the daughter of veteran actors Sachin and Supriya Pilgaonkar.
NDTV
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Exclusive: Shriya Pilgaonkar On Pressure Of Being Replaced By Bigger Names - "You Never Know What's Happening In Those Rooms"
New Delhi: Shriya Pilgaonkar, who was last seen playing a police officer in ZEE5's Chhal Kapat The Deception, opened up about navigating industry pressures, including the fear of being replaced by bigger names. In an exclusive interview with NDTV, Shriya reflected on how she deals with the unpredictability of showbiz. "The pressure of being replaced by bigger names is a concern. You know, honestly, you never know what's happening in those rooms, but decisions are being made. And over a period of time, I think the way I approach it is- I kind of surrender to the fact that if it's mine, it's going to work out, and if it's not, it's just not going to," she said. The Mirzapur actress admitted that she has faced setbacks in the past. "There have been times when I have been close to getting a project, but it's not worked out for whatever reason. Now, you know you can't function if you are bitter about these experiences. You have to constantly move on from that and just try to make another thing happen or work out," she added. Reflecting on how her understanding of the industry has evolved, she said, "When I first started acting, I innocently believed that good acting is enough. But today, perception-building is such a huge part of showbiz. I mean, a lot of people only sort of work on that perception and not substance, but I think it's important to do both. I'm working to be here for the long run and not just be a trend." She also highlighted the importance of visibility and scale and shared, "It's important that the legacy I leave is through the characters I play and the work I do. But I still feel like... it would be really nice to be part of projects that are mounted in a bigger way, just to sort of give that scope as a performer to also reach a wider audience. Which is why I think that the balance of doing work is very important. At the end of it, what do we want? We just want our work to be seen by as many people." In Chhal Kapat The Deception, Shriya plays a fierce cop. As part of her prep for the role, she interacted with several real-life police officers in Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. She also learned about 1090, a women's redressal helpline run by the state police. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan, the series features an ensemble cast including Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva. It is produced by Juggernaut Production and premiered on June 6 on ZEE5. Shriya is the daughter of veteran actors Sachin and Supriya Pilgaonkar.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shriya Pilgaonkar talks about receiving guidance from her actor parents Sachin & Supriya
Actress is the daughter of acclaimed actors, Sachin and . Despite coming from an acting background, Shriya revealed that her parents are never eager to give her answers and instead encourage her to ask the correct questions from herself. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking to IANS, the 'Mirzapur' actress shared, "Whenever I face any doubt, I definitely ask my parents, but the amazing thing is that despite having a huge experience, they always try to enable me to ask the right questions from myself. They never instruct me to do or not do a certain thing, instead, they ask me to clear the doubt in my mind. Many a time, I refrain from discussing my work with them as I want them to witness it as an audience, and give me genuine feedback." Sharing the best part of having actor parents, Shriya said, "The best part is if I have to work on a dialect or have any query regarding any language, I have the luxury to ask them. Whenever they see my work, they see it as an audience, and give me genuine feedback." Work-wise, Shriya recently graced the screen as a police officer for the drama "Chhal Kapat The Deception". As part of her preparation for the role, Shriya talked to the female police officers of Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. Additionally, she was also introduced to 1090, a cutting-edge women's redressal helpline in the state. Talking about how her interaction with the female officers, enriched her character Devika, she revealed, "It gave me newfound love for my character in 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. Devika, the character I play, isn't just a cop-she's a woman balancing her own pain and past while standing tall in the face of injustice. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I hope audiences connect with that emotional truth when they watch the series". Helmed by Ajay Bhuyan, "Chhal Kapat The Deception" enjoys a stellar cast with Kamya Ahlawat, , , Yahhve Sharma, , , and Anuj Sachdeva in significant roles, along with others. Produced by Juggernaut Production, "Chhal Kapat The Deception" premiered on OTT on June 6. Chhal Kapat - The Deception Trailer: Shriya Pilgaokar, Kamya Ahlawat and Ragini Dwivedi Starrer Chhal Kapat - The Deception Official Trailer
Hans India
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shriya Pilgaonkar interacts with women Police Officers for her role in ‘Chhal Kapat The Deception'
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has taken on the role of a police officer for the drama 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. In order to enhance her performance, Shriya interacted with the female police officers of Uttar Pradesh, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan. She was further introduced to 1090, a cutting-edge women's redressal helpline in the state. Calling her time in Lucknow an eye-opener, Shriya said, 'Lucknow has such a timeless charm. I have visited the city many times including for shoots and I've always admired the city for its rich culture, warm people, and lip-smacking food.' Shedding light on her conversation with the lady officers, she added, 'But what truly moved me was meeting the incredible women police officers and learning about the 1090 helpline. It's not just a call centre—it's a lifeline for women across Uttar Pradesh. I was amazed by the scale of operations and the commitment with which these officers handle distress calls, often from women in deeply vulnerable situations. The way they respond—with empathy, urgency, and resolve—left a lasting impact on me.' Revealing how her experience enriched her character Devika for 'Chhal Kapat The Deception', the diva went on to say, 'It also gave me newfound love for my character in 'Chhal Kapat The Deception'. Devika, the character I play, isn't just a cop—she's a woman balancing her own pain and past while standing tall in the face of injustice. I hope audiences connect with that emotional truth when they watch the series'. Set in a village near Burhanpur, 'Chhal Kapat The Deception' talks about a rising social media influencer, who is found dead at her friend's wedding. Made under the direction of Ajay Bhuyan, the project boasts a stellar cast including Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva, among others. Produced by Juggernaut Production, 'Chhal Kapat The Deception' premiered on ZEE5 on June 6.
Hans India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Shriya Pilgaonkar steps into uniform with empathy for ‘Chhal Kapat The Deception'
Actress Shriya Pilgaonkar has stepped into the role of a determined police officer in the gripping drama Chhal Kapat The Deception, which premiered on ZEE5 on June 6. To bring authenticity to her character Devika, Shriya undertook an immersive experience in Lucknow, interacting with female police officers, including ADG Padmaja Chauhan, and learning about the innovative women's safety helpline, 1090. Calling her visit to the city 'an eye-opener,' Shriya shared, 'Lucknow has such a timeless charm. I've always loved its culture, warmth, and food. But what truly moved me was meeting the incredible women police officers and learning about the 1090 helpline. It's not just a call centre—it's a lifeline for women across Uttar Pradesh.' The actress expressed admiration for the scale and sensitivity of the helpline's operations, adding, 'The way these officers respond—with empathy, urgency, and resolve—left a lasting impact on me.' Speaking about how the experience shaped her portrayal of Devika, she said, 'Devika isn't just a cop—she's a woman carrying her own pain while standing against injustice. This experience gave me a deeper understanding of her strength and vulnerability. I hope viewers connect with her emotional truth.' Set in a village near Burhanpur, Chhal Kapat The Deception unfolds around the mysterious death of a rising social media influencer at a friend's wedding. Directed by Ajay Bhuyan and produced by Juggernaut Production, the series also features Kamya Ahlawat, Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu, and Anuj Sachdeva in key roles. The series blends suspense with social commentary, anchored by Shriya's compelling performance shaped by real-life heroes in uniform.
