The world behind lights, camera, and action has more layers than what meets the eye. In most acting jobs, mental strength and emotional grit play a greater role than physical effort. Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre, who has been ruling both the big and small screen for years, shares this belief. When she was offered her latest project, 'Raakh,' she acknowledged and appreciated the intensity it demanded.
Sonali Bendre on the Impact of 'Raakh'
In an exclusive conversation, the actress revealed, 'Over the last few years, I found myself naturally gravitating towards stories that felt lighter emotionally. So when Raakh came along, I did wonder what it would be like to spend so much time in such an intense emotional space.' She continued, 'What surprised me was realising that I was able to engage with those emotions without carrying them home with me. As an actor, that was reassuring.'
Highlighting the importance of balance, she added, 'It reminded me that you can go to difficult places in your work and remain grounded in yourself.'
Sonali Bendre Says 'Raakh' Helped Her Explore Complex Emotions
Reflecting on personal takeaways from working on 'Raakh,' Sonali shared, 'This project made me rethink something I hadn't consciously examined before. I realised that protecting yourself as a person and being open as an actor are not mutually exclusive.' She elaborated, 'It allowed me to explore emotions that are uncomfortable and complex, while also trusting that I could step away from them when the work was done. That was an important discovery for me.'
More About 'Raakh'
Starring Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, and Aamir Bashir in key roles, 'Raakh' is an intense drama packed with mystery and thrill that promises to keep viewers glued to the edge of their seats. Directed by Prosit Roy, with writing and co-direction credits going to Anusha Nandakumar and Sandeep Saket, the series premieres on Prime Video on June 12 in India and across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
