Exclusive with Tamalika Karmokar

Tamalika: This is a prestigious award. This is the national award. I have acted in a film 'Anno Jibon' before and had expected to get an award for that film. However, I did not get any. Therefore, I had little hope of getting an award this time. So, it is difficult to express my feelings so easily, specially when I got something unexpected. All I can say is that, I have got my rewards for my work. This award has encouraged me to do more good films is the future.

TDS: Tell us about the character you have played in this film.

Tamalika: I have played the role of Dalimon, a snake charmer in this film 'Kirtan Khola'. It is about a girl who has suffered a lot in her life. Shuborna Mustafa and Shimul Yousuf played this character, on stage. I got to know a lot about this character from Shimul Yousuf. Still then I thought I could never do it. I was very scared. The whole unit encouraged me throughout.

TDS: An off-track film has got the award this time. Would this film encourage the makers?

Tamalika: Of course! A number of good makers have already shown their interest. This award will encourage not only the existing makers, but also the upcoming ones.

TDS: What would you do if you were offered a role in a commercial film?

Tamalika: I would definitely take it, although it depends entirely on the director, how he would expose my glamour. At this moment, the condition of our commercial films and the way the actresses are being used is quite disrespectful. If things remain unchanged then I will not want to do it, that is for sure.

TDS: A number of Mega serials are being made, nowadays. Would these earn popularity in our country?

Tamalika: It will take some time to understand the whole scenario. Professionalism is a priority. If that develops, along with adequate management, then it will not be difficult for the Mega serials to gain wide spread popularity.