On The Verge
Young, talented and with a huge potential to grab eyeballs in 2013, these youngsters are some of the edgiest and brightest faces to watch out for. Performing with panache in their chosen fields, the GenNext achievers are all set to make an impact in careers that are laced by their passion. In our annual endorsement Verve raises the curtain on a veritable circus that brings into the ring a bunch of young guns whose blossoming talent is already creating a buzz. Whether they are entertainers on screen, stars in sports or whizzes at juggling roles as they create ventures of their own, they are all feisty and fiery, daring to experiment and break the rules. In a specially conceptualised shoot, Verve captures their spirit, chutzpah and pizzazz as they play to the gallery with notes of their own making
Drashti Dhami
28
TELEVISION SOAP STAR
Scoring a high-five for the rising TRPS of the prime time television serial Madhubala, Ek Ishq Ek Junoon
HOMETOWN: Mumbai.
SO FAR: Dil Mil Gaye, Geet and now Madhubala, the television shows that have made my fans love me.
CHERISHED COMPLIMENT: 'When you cry, we cry with you.'
FIRST SHOOT MOMENT: Saiyan dil mein aana re ' and me telling the director "Don't give me a short skirt".
YOU AS 'MADHUBALA': Both of us are practical and realistic.
GREATEST CHALLENGE SO FAR: Doing emotional sequences, since each time my mother would see me crying onscreen she would burst out laughing. But now I've become a pro at it!
ON YOUR LONG WORKING HOURS: I feel extremely exhausted and sleep-deprived. It's like I have no life and need my own space.
FAVOURITE STAR: Ranbir Kapoor.
WOULD LOVE TO BE A PART OF: I am currently very happy doing what I do as people love the show. I would love to be a part of sitcoms like Hip Hip Hurray! and Friends.
SUPPORT SYSTEM: My mother.
DREAM COME TRUE: Acting being my passion, I feel my dream has come true since I am currently doing something that I really believe in.
BEST PIECE OF ADVICE SO FAR: Always stay grounded.
UPCOMING PROJECTS: Right now focussing on Madhubala.
SAAS BAHU SAGAS OR BIGG BOSS? Saas bahu sagas since I love to watch them and keep myself up-to-date on what is doing well.
YOUR TAKE ON REALITY TV: Reality shows these days are really trending and are very popular since they provide a good platform for everyone to showcase their talents. They are very entertaining and keep the audiences hooked.
AN ACTOR'S INSPIRATION: Director, concept and the channel.
ON WEEKENDS: Friday, dinner; Saturday, party; Sunday, poker.
DREAM DESTINATION: Fifi Islands is one of my favourites.
THREE FASHION ESSENTIALS: hat looks good and not what is 'in', whites and a perfect gown.
DON'T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT: Cell phone, car keys, wallet, and perfume.
NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS: I don't make any since I end up breaking them on the tenth day.
LOOKING FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR: Work, work and more work.
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