Deepika COMPARES her Iconic Characters: Padmavati with Mastani

Comments [ 0 ] By Priyanka Chauhan | 01 February 2018 | 10:51am

Deepika Padukone who plays Rani Padmavati in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's directorial "Padmaavat", that's based on 16th century poet Malik Muhammad Jayasi's poem "Padmavat", spoke in depth about her character.

Sharing about Rani Padmavati's qualities, Deepika said, "Playing the character fascinated me about how her personality is very relevant in the present time. She is like me -- a strong, intelligent and elegant woman... And when I played her on-screen, I saw a little bit of myself there.

"But her character was so deep, she is a queen who doesn't speak very much but conveys everything in her way. That was a challenge to play," she said.

While drawing out the difference between Rani Padmavati and Mastani of "Bajirao Mastani", Deepika said: "She is not a warrior like Mastani, so she is not picking up the sword and fighting, but her silent strength leads her to the right direction to deal with the toughest situation.

"She is a queen, and under any situation, she never lost her poise, her elegant and calm self. But I feel she is a warrior in her way."

With "Padmaavat", Deepika has clocked a trilogy of films with Bhansali after "Goliyon Ki Raasleela: Ram-Leela" and "Bajirao Mastani".

Not one to usually keep a track of the number game, Deepika said: "This time, I am talking about it because I feel a sense of responsibility. The character Padmavati is so strong and inspirational that it touches your heart.

"When I was working on the film, I did not expect this kind of appreciation. Of course, we knew that it is going to be a very special film as it's my third film with Sanjay.

"There was an apprehension due to that as well... That how differently he can present me, but now after the release of the film, there is a feeling of sheer blessing. I think I am very fortunate," said Deepika, who was overwhelmed with joy.

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