Mumbai, Aug 25 (IANS): Veteran TV actress Kshitee Jog, best known for her roles in classic soap operas like ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ and ‘Ghar Ki Lakshmi Betiyann’ will now be seen playing a cameo role in the drama show ‘Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si’.
Talking about her role, she says that she loves playing her character and has expressed confidence that the show will do well.
Talking about the theme of the show, she said: "It is very intriguing; it's as if you want to know what's going to happen next or what lies between them. Based on the promo we saw, it appears to be centered around a family, but it could also be a love story."
"Therefore, the title is quite intriguing, with a romantic touch."
Detailing her cameo, the actress explained: “I have a special appearance. I'm playing the role of Vandana's (Sayli Salunkhe) mother, who didn't want her children to pursue music like her husband."
"She genuinely believes that there isn't much money in it, given that her husband didn't achieve much popularity.”
“As a result, she discouraged her children from entering the field, fearing they would waste their time and not earn enough money. She is somewhat more materialistic, which is why she isn't happy with the fact that her daughter is into music while her son has a job.”
The actress dove deeper into the philosophy of both her character and acting; saying: “There isn't much to it because it's a special appearance, but it's not just that. I am a supporter of talent, and I believe that whether today or tomorrow, if you possess talent, it will be recognised."
"Yes, money is important—very, very important—but talent is equally important. Talent is what brings you true happiness and peace; money provides you with luxuries.”
According to her, ‘Baatein Kuch Ankahee Si’ blends drama and romance, and its premise will appeal to a younger audience, presenting an arc, themes and narrative, different from the shows she has done so far.
“I don't perceive it as a typical family drama. After watching the first two episodes, it doesn't feel like any show I've seen before. It's quite interesting.”
“I believe that family drama is less prominent here because there's this kind of romance happening somewhere, and this romance thrives due to the challenges and conflicts present in the story.”
She also went on to say that the series has a youth appeal to it, saying “Another excellent aspect is that the show focuses on people who are in the 30-35 age group, which is rarely depicted; it's also less common.”
Kshitee Jog was last seen in the Bollywood film ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’ as Rocky's(Ranveer Singh) mother, Punam Randhawa, and before that in the Marathi film ‘Pawankhind’.