Not the one with a formulaic approach, Smriti Kalra has been drawn towards unusual characters. Be it the innocent Neha in Itti Si Khushi or Ahana in Dil Sambhal Jaa Zara, she tries her best to steer clear of what’s branded as quintessential. She continues to have that attitude even in Bollywood. Talking about her choices, she says, “I feel that the concept of treading the path less travelled is embedded in my subconscious mind. I derive pleasure from attempting things that seem challenging and rare. I won’t say one doesn’t feel tempted towards conventional work, as it’s easier. However, eventually, it is about the artiste in you feeling satisfied, especially if you don’t want the monotony to seep in. That is the reason why I have been forging ahead with patience, as the characters I seek are few and far in between.”
She adds, “Like television, I want to take up characters that teach me something and help me grow as an artiste. The script will always be the dealmaker, followed by how crucial my character is and the scope of my performance.”
