Lolo returns to small screen-Article

She is not a stranger to television. While she was at the peak of her career in films, Karisma Kapoor had made her debut on television in a daily soap aptly titled Karishma –The Miracle of Destiny where she played the lead role of a woman of substance. That was six years ago. The show didn't do well and shut shop after a year. Then Karisma got married and went on a sabbatical. Rumours of her comeback in films have been doing rounds for quite some time now but she is yet to sign a film. But Lolo is returning to television. She will judge television celebrities in a dance reality show. Keeping her company will be Arjun Rampal and Farah Khan.

What made Karisma choose TV as a comeback vehicle and not a Bollywood flick?

"This is not a comeback for me. I was on a long break and had not retired from work. In Hollywood it happens all the time. I don't understand why we don't differentiate between retirement and break," says Karisma who looks as stunningly beautiful as she did six years ago. She elaborates further, "I started working at the age of 15 and did both masala and offbeat films for over 13 years and enjoyed both commercial and critical success. After marriage I needed a break. I wanted to concentrate on my family and child. I didn't miss acting because my priorities had changed. Motherhood changes you a lot and makes you more mature and responsible."

So while she was away from the hustle and bustle of showbiz, Karisma says she was getting lot of offers for films as well as reality shows. Why did she choose to do Nach Baliye over Chak De? "There have been several offers but I chose to do Nach Baliye because it's a successful brand. I am a choosy person and Nach sounded like the right show. It has been consistently getting high TRPs."

What she likes about Nach Baliye is that it's a dance show with real life couples. "I have seen it before and liked the excitement and energy level of the participants. The emotions are real. I am looking forward to the shooting next week," she smiles. Talking about judging, Karisma says she will be honest and fair. "I am going to discuss things with Farah and Arjun and we are going to be positive and encouraging," she avers.

Recalling her experience of working in a daily soap six years ago, Karisma says she enjoyed her year-long innings on television. "Long shooting hours was a bit discouraging. But otherwise it was an amazing experience," she says. Ask her whether she is keen on returning to films and quick comes her reply, "I have not decided yet. It's a longer commitment."

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