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Usha Nadkarni reflects on her time with Smriti Irani in Thodi Si Zameen Thoda Sa Aasmaan and admits they are no longer in touch.
Usha Nadkarni shares memories of Smriti Irani. (Photo Source: Instagram)
Usha Nadkarni, the veteran actress famous for her wonderful performances on TV, has never been afraid to share her opinions. With years of experience, she has impressed viewers with her acting skills. She made a memorable appearance on the popular show Thodi Si Zameen Thoda Sa Aasmaan, which featured Smriti Irani in the central role.
In a rare chat with Pinkvilla, Nadkarni spoke about her experience sharing screen space with Irani and disclosed that the two have lost touch.
Memories from Thodi Si Zameen Thoda Sa Aasmaan
Reminiscing about the experience, Usha said, When asked about it, the veteran actor shared, ‘Badme usne kiya tha Virrudh. Mere kandhe pe haath rakha boli ‘Tai mere sath kaam karegi?’ Maine bola ‘Tu legi mujhe toh mai karungi (After that, she did Virrudh. She kept her hand on my shoulder and asked ‘Tai, will you work with me? I told her, ‘If you take me, then I will do).”
Further, Usha Nadkarni said, “Voh bhi achi hai. Baat karne ko bohot achi hai (She is also nice. Nice to talk to).” When asked if she is still in touch with Irani, Usha nodded her saying, “No.”
Journey and Personal Reflections
Through the interview, Nadkarni also provided glimpses of her life, speaking about her childhood, her 40-year-long career journey in the entertainment industry, and emotional flashbacks of her brother. She spoke candidly about spending 40 years in relative isolation and her experiences working with stalwarts such as Nana Patekar.
Career Highlights
Usha Nadkarni rose to fame with Pavitra Rishta, produced by Ektaa Kapoor, wherein she essayed Sushant Singh Rajput’s mother. She played a negative character, yet won universal appreciation from fans and was very close to Sushant in real life.
She appeared on reality shows, too, such as Bigg Boss Marathi 1, and also on Celebrity MasterChef, wherein she got eliminated prior to the semi-finals.
Television Milestones
Besides Pavitra Rishta and Thodi Si Zameen Thoda Sa Aasmaan, Nadkarni has featured in hit TV serials such as Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye, Kuch Is Tara, and many more. Her work is still remembered for its reality and emotional intensity.
Usha Nadkarni is still among the most highly regarded and eclectic veteran actresses of Indian television, and her insights into previous work provide an unusual window into both the personal and professional times that have framed her life.
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing …Read More
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing … Read More
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