‘I didn’t know Farah would be judging me’

ROSHNI OLIVERA

Akashhdeep Saigal's working hard on his dance moves for the show Jhalak Dikhla Ja to impress the audience and the judges. Incidentally, one of the judges on the show Farah Khan was seeing Akashhdeep a few years ago. So, what's it like to be judged by an ex-flame? BT quizzed the the light-eyed actor...
How does it feel to be judged by your former girlfriend Farah Khan?
On the first day it felt a little strange. But from the next round onwards it felt like... she is a judge, one of the judges.
Did you know she'd be judging?
No I didn't know that earlier. I got to know later.
Once you knew this, did you think twice about participating?
No, not at all. Why should that make a difference?
Do you find Farah rather strict in judging?
I think she is just doing her job.
Were you and Farah in touch after you split a few years ago?
Yes. But we lost touch after she got married.
Do you consider yourself a good dancer?
As of now I'm just learning. I can dance, but I may not be the best. But, yes, I will get there someday soon.
What's the response to your Eklavya character in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi?
Women are loving my new look! I think they are liking the positive character that I'm playing. I have been well-accepted.