Vidya Balan’s Revelations: Smoking Habits and Nostalgia from “The Dirty Picture” to “Do Aur Do Pyaar”
Vidya Balan is currently gracing the screens alongside Pratik Gandhi in “Do Aur Do Pyaar”. Amidst the buzz surrounding her latest project, the actress recently took a trip down memory lane during an interview, reminiscing about her iconic days during the filming of “The Dirty Picture.”
During the interview, Vidya shared an intriguing revelation about her smoking habits, particularly during the days of shooting “The Dirty Picture.” She confessed to consuming four cigarettes a day during that time, attributing it to her method acting approach. Reflecting on her role as Silk Smitha, Vidya explained the necessity of immersing herself completely into the character, which inadvertently led to the adoption of smoking as a part of her routine.
However, Vidya emphasized that she does not smoke in real life, but rather enjoys the aroma of cigarette smoke. She even recounted instances from her college days where she would stand next to smokers just to inhale the scent of smoke.
When asked about whether there was a phase in her life when she smoked regularly, Vidya confirmed, citing the period post “The Dirty Picture” where smoking became a habit for her.
Beyond her smoking revelation, Vidya’s journey from portraying Silk Smitha to her current role in “Do Aur Do Pyaar” underscores her versatility as an actress. Paired opposite Pratik Gandhi, the duo is receiving acclaim for their chemistry on screen, further solidifying Vidya’s position as one of Bollywood’s most compelling performers.
As Vidya Balan continues to captivate audiences with her talent and dedication, her candid revelations about her past smoking habits add another layer to her fascinating persona, reminding fans of the lengths she goes to in order to bring authenticity to her roles.