Article--Babul...is Progressive

You've been accused of making a regressive soap. On the contrary my thought behind Babul ka Aangann Chhootey Naa is pro- gressive. The protagonist's dilemma - her responsibilities towards her parents cease after marriage - is something every woman can identify with. Why is your protagonist a hotel employee? The reason Aastha is shown working in a hotel is because it looks good visually. Also, she'll be marrying the hotel owner's son later. Wasn't Aabha supposed to be the title? Yes, it was the name of my protagonist. It was changed to Aastha. The title isn't just my choice. It involves a lot of factors. Don't you think Babul... is too long a name to register? That can't be helped now. Why did you cast Sana Saeed? Most of the cast is relatively new. I usually don't opt for actors who are over- exposed on television. While casting for Aastha's younger sister, I thought of all the artistes who were kids four years ago. I remembered the cute girl from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and decided to call her. I still find her cute. You've directed a serial Seher and some music videos too. So, why aren't you directing Babul…? I have a little daughter to look after. Direction is a demanding job. Cur- rently I'm contemplating directing a , film soon.. it's a teenage love story. How much does your husband Anubhav Sinha contribute to your career? He supports me morally and is a good bouncing board.