There was a time, years ago, when acting in films wasn’t looked upon as the best thing for child artistes. The general impression was that the kids were compelled to do so due to financial conditions or parental pressure. They had no choice and many had to forego formal education for it.
The scenario has changed today, especially on television. Kids are ruling the roost with many shows having them playing crucial roles, even central characters. Comedy shows and talent hunts too are focussing on them and the best part is that the young guns are having a blast. Ask any of them, even the tiniest one, and they talk of how he or she is pursuing a passion and loving the perks of fame that come with it. Eight-year old Saloni Daini says she’s thrilled when people come up to her and say aap bahut acchi acting karti ho! “It makes me very happy,” she giggles. This youngest comedian in the country is almost viewed as a little wonder, whose histrionics are equivalent or even better than her adult counterparts.
The child artistes are almost becoming role models for others, who want to be in their shows. Take the case of Avika Gor, the youngest bahu of television. Everyone wants to be in her place! It’s a high for her, she admits, when girls her age say main bhi Anandi banna chahti hoon! She’s better known as Anandi today and same is the case with her co-star Avinash Mukherjee. Everyone calls him Jagdish (his screen name) and he loves it. The adulation is overwhelming “but I haven’t changed” maintains the lad.
The shooting schedules are hectic for the young brigade, but studies and homework can never take a backseat. At least that’s what they all say and they have their future plans set too. If Avika wants to become Miss Universe, little Zaynah Vastani, who plays the title role in Aap Ki Antara, wants to be Deepika Padokone when she grows up. Sometimes, that changes to Kareena Kapoor, depending on her mood!
The slightly older Ulka Gupta from Jhansi ki Rani has bigger goals along with acting. “I would also like to be a director or may be a cameraman!” she smiles.
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