Neeraj Pandey’s ‘Khake: The Bengal Chapter’ is making waves with its entertaining story, intensive action and powerful performance. Set against the background of crime and politics in Bengal, the series presents a raw and unformed eye on the power struggles shaping the sector. One of the standout performances in the show comes from Chitrangada Singh, who plays the role of Nibedeta Basak – a firm politician navigated a morally complex world.
The actress recently shared her views as to what she attracted to her in the series and a nerves on the set that she would never forget.
Why Chitrangada took ‘Khake: Bengal Chapter’
Speaking of her role, Chitrangda revealed, “As an actor, I am always ready for roles that are challenging and layered because life itself is complex. Extremely idealist, one-dimensional characters feel like something out of a comic book. Such a series, on the other hand, needs a base in reality.”
For Chitrangada, step into the role of Nibedita Basak was a chance to find out the nuances of power, morality and ambition in a politically charged setting.
“I froze for seconds!” – Chitrangada’s most frightening scene
Despite his experience in the industry, Chitrangada admitted that a particular scene made him free from the veins. The actress recalled a high pressure moment on the set, where she had to make a speech in front of hundreds of people.
“One of my fond memories from the series was giving a speech for more than 300-400 people. It was shot right in front of the Victoria Memorial in a huge ground. I rehearsed my speech in the van with the director, but the moment I stepped on the stage and ‘ready to roll,’ I was a wave and shocking for the crowd.
The scene, in which he needed to draw attention to a huge crowd, became one of the decisive moments of his journey in the series.
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Chitrangada’s powerful performance wins heart
Chitrangada Singh’s depiction by Nibedita Basak has echoed deeply with the audience, strengthening her reputation as an actress who challenges the roles and leads her artistic boundaries. From navigating acute political conflicts to giving powerful monologues, he has once again proved his versatility and screen appearance.
