Iconic Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoor, who once charmed audiences with her performances in hits like ‘Raja Hindustani’ and ‘Dil To Pagal Hai,’ has been conspicuously selective in her cinematic ventures since her memorable role in ‘Zubeida’ back in 2001. As she gears up for her latest appearance in the keenly anticipated murder mystery ‘Murder Mubarak,’ Kapoor provides an intimate glimpse into her professional choices at the movie’s trailer launch in Mumbai.
With a career dotted by blockbusters in the 1990s, the star actress took a step away from the relentless spotlight, taking on roles at intervals that resonate with her creative ethos. At the recent event, Karisma opened up about her professional journey, saying, “I do selective work out of choice. I like doing that and I am comfortable with that. I like to sail at my own pace. I am lucky and thankful that I am in a position where I can say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to work.”
The actress, once a staple in the bustling comedic films of David Dhawan as well as the emotive narratives of family dramas, has tilted toward parts that provide her with a personal zest to perform. “To do interesting roles that will make me leave home” is now her mantra. Over the years, she feels fortunate to have portrayed a variety of unusual characters, but the crucial factor for her remains the motivation and excitement to bring these characters to life on set.
Karisma also touched upon her stint in the digital streaming space, having featured in the web series ‘Mentalhood.’ She highlighted the differences she experienced while working in the Over-The-Top (OTT) platform compared to traditional cinema, stating, “On OTT things are much more realistic and much more prepared. You have more readings and more time is given to you.” This experience contrasted sharply with her earlier work in films and seemed to resonate deeply with her.
In her upcoming film ‘Murder Mubarak,’ Kapoor plays the role of an actress synonymous with suspense thrillers, a character she describes as real, quirky, eccentric, and vastly human. The role attracted her due to its distinctive flavor, promising audiences an opportunity to see the enigmatic Karisma Kapoor as never before.
‘Murder Mubarak,’ directed by the talented Homi Adajania and produced by Dinesh Vijan, is based on the acclaimed novel ‘Club You To Death’ by Anuja Chauhan. This mystery thriller boats a remarkable ensemble cast including Pankaj Tripathi, Sara Ali Khan, Vijay Verma, Dimple Kapadia, Sanjay Kapoor, Tisca Chopra, and Suhail Nayyar, with the narrative set to mesmerize Netflix audiences starting March 15th.
As we await this promising addition to Kapoor’s selective filmography, fans are assured that when Karisma Kapoor chooses to grace the screen, it is with a role that not only excites her but is also poised to captivate the viewers. With ‘Murder Mubarak,’ the anticipation is high for a cinematic experience that blends Kapoor’s timeless charm with the intrigue and thrill of a well-crafted murder mystery.
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