Rasika Dugal on Breaking Free from Typecasting: “I’m Tired of Crying Scenes”. Rasika Dugal, best known for her role as Beena Tripathi in the hit series Mirzapur. Recently shared her thoughts on the repetitive nature of her roles and the transformative impact of OTT platforms on her career.
Frustration with Repetitive Roles
Rasika Dugal has grown weary of being cast in roles that require her to cry frequently. In an interview with Indian Express. She revealed that she often found herself reading scripts backward. Only to discover that her character would inevitably have emotional, tearful scenes. “There was a time I could read the script backward and know that in the last ten pages, there will definitely be at least two crying scenes for me. It has [changed], a little of that femme fatale has happened and I am happy about it,” she shared. This typecasting had become a source of frustration for the actor, who longed for more varied and challenging roles.
The Game-Changing Role of OTT Platforms: Rasika credited OTT platforms for revitalizing her career and providing her with a broader audience. She acknowledged that streaming services have allowed her to showcase her talent in ways that traditional film releases did not. “Clearly the streaming services for a lease of life for me because there were many films that I had done which hadn’t seen the kind of release they deserved. There were many small films. Besides the fact that I got a lot of work. Through shows like Mirzapur I got to access a wide audience. This is when I felt that streaming services are a space for smaller films to find an audience,” she explained.
A Diverse and Acclaimed Career
Rasika Dugal’s career is marked by a variety of critically acclaimed films and series. She has appeared in films such as Qissa, No Smoking, Hamid, and Manto. However, it was her role in Mirzapur that brought her widespread recognition.
Rasika Dugal on Breaking Typecasting: In addition to Mirzapur, Rasika has been part of other successful shows like Made in Heaven, Delhi Crime, and A Suitable Boy. Her performances have consistently garnered praise for their depth and authenticity.