Richa Chadda, who adheres to a different political ideology from her Panga co-star Kangana Ranaut, says they avoided discussing politics while shooting the film. "We never discuss politics on a film set and it really does not matter as an individual which political ideology we subscribe to. I am not here to change anyone's beliefs and what their politics are. Everyone has their own beliefs and I am vocal about things that I strongly believe in," Richa told a media agency. She continued, "When it comes to Panga, we were making a film. We did that peacefully, professionally and in sync with the vision of the director. And there is no doubt about the fact that Kangana is a brilliant actress."
For Richa, professionalism counts. "I am someone who has worked in films with different actors and when we actors work in a film, we all come together professionally to put our effort to make a film, tell a story. That is the intention and in Panga, too. Kangana and I came as two professionals acting in a film. It is that simple," she explained.
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Sharing an insight into her character in the film, Richa said, "I would say that it is an important story of two female kabbadi players and their lives. My character Meenu plays from defense position and Kangana's character Jaya is a star offender. After having a successful journey in the game of kabaddi, Jaya settles for a family life with her husband and child. Meenu continues to play the game. When Jaya decides to get back to the game, Meenu encourages and pushes her to get into fitness, regular training and do everything to prepare her for the game. It is the journey of Jaya and how Meenu supports her."
The film is a sports drama, and Richa says they had to train in order to get the body-language right as kabaddi players. "We trained under international coaches and it was tough. We got hurt at times but I enjoyed the process because I am always eager to learn something new. I learned kabaddi through Panga," said the actress.
Directed by Ashwini Iyer Tiwari and produced by Fox Star Studios, Panga features Jassi Gill, Neena Gupta, child actor Yagya Bhasin along with Kangana and Richa. The film releases on January 24.
(Source: IANS)
