Bollywood actress Raima Sen, known for her versatile roles, has recently been making headlines for her latest film, Alia Basu Gayab Hai. Released on August 9, the film features Raima alongside Vinay Pathak and Salim Diwan. In an interview with ETimes, Raima opened up about her experience working on the film, her aspirations to portray her legendary grandmother Suchitra Sen in a biopic, and her thoughts on marriage and the qualities she seeks in a life partner.
Challenging Role in “Alia Basu Gayab Hai”:
Raima Sen’s latest project, Alia Basu Gayab Hai, presented her with one of the most challenging roles of her career. The actress shared that the film demanded intense physical and emotional effort, particularly due to the nature of her character. Raima revealed that she had to perform several action sequences and spent a significant portion of the film bound to a bed with a ball gag in her mouth, which added an extra layer of difficulty to her performance.
“Throughout the film, I am tied to the bed, which was quite challenging,” Raima said. “Wearing the ball gag for hours made my mouth hurt, and sometimes it even caused cuts. It was difficult to speak, shout, or scream, but it was an interesting and challenging experience.”
Living Up to Expectations:
Raima Sen has always carried the weight of being the granddaughter of the legendary Suchitra Sen and the daughter of Moon Moon Sen. Reflecting on her entry into the film industry, Raima acknowledged that there were high expectations placed on her from the beginning.
“When I first entered the film industry as the granddaughter of Suchitra Sen and the daughter of Moon Moon Sen, there were a lot of expectations from me,” Raima shared. “However, with time, especially after films like Chokher Bali, I carved out a place for myself. Now, with every film, I have my own set of expectations that I strive to meet.”
Raima’s journey in the industry has been marked by her dedication to her craft and her ability to step out of the shadows of her illustrious family members, establishing herself as a talented actress in her own right.
Desire to Portray Suchitra Sen in a Biopic:
During the interview, Raima was asked whether she would be interested in playing her grandmother, Suchitra Sen, in a biopic if the opportunity arose. Raima expressed her enthusiasm for the idea, stating that if a good script were to come her way, she would be eager to take on the role of the iconic actress.
“Playing my grandmother Suchitra Sen would be an honor,” Raima said. “If a good script comes along, I would definitely like to portray her on screen. It would be a challenging role, but one that I would love to take on.”
Thoughts on Marriage and Ideal Life Partner:
In addition to her professional aspirations, Raima also shared her views on marriage and the qualities she seeks in a life partner. The actress emphasized that she is not in a rush to get married and believes that marriage will happen when the time is right.
“I believe that everyone has their own opinion on marriage,” Raima stated. “For me, if marriage has to happen, it will happen. I’m not waiting for it impatiently.”
When asked about the qualities she looks for in a partner, Raima highlighted the importance of a sense of humor, intelligence, and understanding. “My ideal partner should have a sense of humor, be knowledgeable, and intelligent,” she explained. “He should also be good-looking and, most importantly, understanding. Someone who supports my growth and allows us both to move forward together.”
Raima Sen’s candid interview provides a glimpse into her life, career, and personal aspirations. As she continues to make her mark in the film industry, fans eagerly await the possibility of seeing her bring her grandmother Suchitra Sen’s legacy to life on the big screen.
