Sharib Hashmi is all set to be seen in ‘Tarla’, which releases on Zee5 soon. The film is based on the life of the late chef Tarla Dalal. The film stars Huma Qureshi in the lead role.
Talking to Prateek Sur, Sharib Hashmi opens up about ‘Tarla’, how it’s different from the usual films coming out on OTT nowadays, how he had to struggle a lot in his initial days, and lots more. Excerpts:
With so much content on OTT these days, what do you think will set this film apart and why should viewers watch this film?
I think ‘Tarla’ is like a breath of fresh air between all the dark edgy intense thrillers which are streaming currently on almost all the platforms. This is an inspiring cute feel-good film which an entire family can watch together.
What was your biggest learning or takeaway from ‘Tarla’?
That if you’ve found your calling and you’re ready to pursue it, then nobody can stop you.
The film’s main message is ‘kuch karne ki recipe’. Did you struggle to find your 'kuch' in life? How did you arrive at your kuch?
Oh, I struggled a lot. I found the ‘kuch’ (acting) of my life at the age of 33. Though I did have an inkling but at the same time I was afraid and scared, afraid to fail and afraid that people would judge me and afraid about my appearance. Also, afraid about the financial crisis that would follow if I pursued it but then one day, I decided that I have to give acting a full shot at least once in my life or else I’ll have that regret that I didn’t even try.
