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
Huma Qureshi
27
ACTOR
That girl from Wasseypur courted on screen by a Khan and a Bachchan
HOMETOWN: New Delhi.
SO FAR: Gangs Of Wasseypur and Luv Shuv Tey Chicken Khurana.
IN THE PIPELINE: Many films that are happening at a good pace and most of all, I feel blessed because I love acting the most. Upcoming projects include Ek Thi Daayan by Vishal Bhardwaj and Ekta Kapoor, D-Day by Nikhil Advani.
FIRST TIME ON STAGE: A play in school on Rani Laxmibai, wherein I acted as Robert Hamilton.
FACING THE CAMERA FOR THE FIRST TIME: I was nervous even though I had worked in some films as a student before. Professionally, my first project was the Idea ad with Abhishek Bachchan. And then there was the one with Shah Rukh Khan painting my nails.
BEING 'MOHSINA': It was absolutely crazy and an adventure every day. Anurag Kashyap improvised on our characters, as we kept experimenting with the script.
FAVOURITE SCENE FROM GANGS OF WASSEYPUR: When Faisal breaks down on the terrace and Mohsina sings Moora to him – it was just beautiful.
FAVOURITE ACTOR: Ryan Gosling.
THREE ESSENTIAL FASHION ELEMENTS: White shirts, hair accessories and a nice bag.
LAST SPLURGE: Black Louboutin heels.
SUPPORT SYSTEM: My younger brother Saket who is my pillar of strength.
A ROLE YOU WOULD LOVE TO PLAY: Marion Cotillard in La Vie En Rose.
CURRENTLY READING: Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami.
THREE THINGS YOU WOULD TAKE ON A LONELY ISLAND: My cellphone, laptop and a boat back!
OFFBEAT CINEMA OR COMMERCIAL SUCCESS: Both I'm very greedy.
NEW YEAR RESOLUTION: Work a lot and take holidays in between.
LOOKING FORWARD TO IN 2013: More films and more characters.
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.
Shiv Shakti
