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" This kid needed a lot of coaxing before the final take " -- Shomi

6 June 2005, 18:00 PM
LIFESTYLE
Illustration: Shiplu
Shomi Kaiser shot to fame with her portrayal of a village girl in the TV play, "Keba Apon Keba Por" in '89. Her impeccable Noakhali dialect really moved the audience. Through another TV play, "Joto Duurey Jai" with actor Tauquir Ahmed, where she played a terminally ill girl, a star was born. Since then, in the course of 15 years, Shomi has become one of the A-grade actresses in our country. Here's a look at Shomi's inner-self.

Are you a morning person?
Very much so. I used to be a late riser, but ever since I've become an entrepreneur, I've realised that 'early to bed and early to rise keeps you healthy, wealthy and wise'. I workout at the gym, like to take a dip every now and then. That's how I stay revitalised and focused.

A perfect day to you is…
A day beginning with soft music, being productive and getting most out of my opportunities and ending it with going out to dinner with friends.

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What makes you unforgettable?
I truly believe that whatever I have so far accomplished should be judged by my fans. So it's up to them to decide.

What's the best thing people say about you?Some say I'm talented, some believe I'm modest, some however comment that I am overly ambitious.

What's the worst comment you have heard about you?
People often cook up stories about my involvement with top-notch personalities, some of whom are very close to me.

Are you afraid of failures?
Failure and success go hand in hand. I go with the popular saying that failure is the pillar of success.

You never get tired shopping for...Cosmetics

What would you want to inherit?
A dignified lifestyle

You're afraid of?
Loneliness

Awards that make you proud...
Meril Jai Jai Din '94, Bhorer Kagoj, Meril Prothom Alo Award '95 and '96 and Bachshash Award '96, '98 and '99 -- all in the best actress category.

Any incident that still makes you chuckle?
Can't think of one particular incident. However, during one of my early shooting expeditions as the director of an ad, I was explaining the concept to a five-year-old model. After several takes he became tired and would not budge. We coaxed him and offered candies and whatever he wanted. Finally, he agreed to give another shot only if I kissed him and that too had to be photographed. I had to give in to his wishes and finally the shot was okayed.

When, if ever, do you feel insignificant?
At addas, with my non-media related friends, when they rightfully get busy chatting amongst each other about their domestic lives.

Dreams ahead...
Doing something creative in the advertisement media, trying to give something back to the nation.