Mita Vashisht has opened up about her experience on the set of Subhash Ghai’s ‘Taal,’ offering insights into her interactions with the director and her co-star, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Vashisht stated that working on ‘Taal’ was her first foray into mainstream Hindi cinema, and she approached the project with a certain independence, not being overly intimidated by Ghai’s status. She recounted playful exchanges with Ghai, in which she acknowledged his success but emphasized her own established presence. Vashisht shared insights into Ghai’s perception of a leading lady in mainstream cinema, highlighting the emphasis on beauty and approachability over intellect and sensuality. Vashisht described the process of receiving directorial advice and her eventual decision to voice her own interpretation of her character, Prabha, contrasting it with Ghai’s vision. Reflecting on her time in ‘Taal,’ she discussed the film’s significance, especially as it aligned with the height of Ghai’s career. She recalled her initial reservations about taking on the role and how she discussed the screen time and impact of her role with Ghai. She also mentioned that her look in the film was inspired by her personal style. Concerning her interactions with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Vashisht noted that Bachchan was relatively new at the time, and described the differences between their backgrounds and their different approaches to acting. She also revealed that scenes involving both actresses had to be reshot due to Ghai’s belief that Vashisht’s presence overshadowed Bachchan’s on screen. Vashisht concluded that her experience on the film was a constant learning opportunity.
Mita Vashisht Recalls Challenges and Tensions While Filming ‘Taal’ with Subhash Ghai and Aishwarya Rai
