'I have talent so I will definitely get work' Arpita Khan

Arpita Khan, the girl from Kolkata who always had a hard time 'not being in the danger zone' elaborates on her journey in Sony's Indian Idol 5. She is confident that even though her journey in Indian Idol has ended, her talent has greater things in store.

Over to Arpita…

How was your journey in Indian Idol?

My experience was really very great I never expected that I would reach till this stage. I felt bad when I got eliminated. I saw my parents in front of me but I never knew that I will reach Top 8 of Indian Idol. I always thought of taking one step when I passed my audition. I focused myself on going to Mumbai audition then when I cleared Mumbai audition I thought of going into Gala round. When I entered in Gala round I wanted to win Indian Idol but that didn't happen. God must have planned something better for me.

Were you prepared that you will be eliminated?

As per my previous performance I never thought that I would get eliminated. I had always been in bottom due to voting, so this time also I considered that I would be in bottom, but yes I was prepared  mentally for the elimination. But it's not end… I will work hard and I have talent so I will definitely get work.

Did you feel homesick since you stayed here away from your family?

Yes, I did a lot I never stayed alone in my whole life, without my family. Initially, when we came here they took away our phone and when they did that I told them that I would quit the show. It was very bad. Then I got lots of friends after which I felt better but still I used to feel home sick. Now that I am out I am just waiting when will I go home.

Who did you get along with well among the contestants?

Tia, I was very close to her.

How did the judges' comments help you?

I used to feel bad when I used to get negative comments from the judges but when then I realized that whatever they are saying is for my good. When they used to say about sur I had taken positively and tried to improve accordingly.

Who has been your favorite judge on the show and why?

Sunidhi Chauhan, since childhood I used to idolize her and she was my favorite judge.

Can you tell us who you feel will reach the top 3 in this season of Indian Idol?

Everyone is a good singer but according to me Sriram Bhaiya, Shivan Bhaiya and Sashi Bhaiya will be in top 3 in this season.

Now that you've gained recognition, what is your next step?

I got lot of recognition. Now, I have my BA first year exam on 15th July. I will clear that and then take lessons on music, groom myself and definitely will make name in Bollywood industry.

Reporter and Author: Ranjini Nair