Saumya Tandon turns politician for TV show

Mumbai, Nov 28 (IANS) Actress Saumya Tandon will be turn politician in the upcoming episode of TV show "Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain".

She says she took cue from former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Congress President Sonia Gandhi.

In the show, Saumya will be contesting elections opposite Angoori Bhabi (Shubhangi Atre Poorey).

"My look in the episode is inspired by Indira Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi. I also wanted to add Sonia Gandhi's accent but it didn't fit well in the story. It will be a learning experience to do her accent. I will also love to play the role in future," Saumya said in a statement.

What will she do if she becomes a politician in real life?

Saumya said: "As I suffer every day of my life with traffic and poor city planning, if given a chance to become a politician in real life, I would like to improve the infrastructure of Mumbai.

"The everyday life of a common man in Mumbai is chaotic with bad traffic, roads with potholes, overflowing sewage and overcrowded public transport. I would like to improve the basic living conditions for the people. Though the latest initiatives taken by the government looks positive, it's a long way to go."

"Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain" is aired on &TV.

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Karan follows Aamir to stay fit for TV show

Actor Karan Suchak, who will play in Akhilesh Pandey in the upcoming show "Meri Hanikarak Biwi", looked up to Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan and followed a strict diet and workout regime for his role in the upcoming TV show.

Besides working out for two hours every day, Karan is on a strict diet where he has not had salt and sugar since almost a month.

"Who doesn't want to work towards a better self? Keeping this in mind, a lot of dedication, discipline, hard work and commitment has got me here. I believe that if you're fit, you can do everything. There are no limitations to your capabilities," Karan said in a statement.

"It gets hectic at times with long hours of back to back shooting, but it's the perseverance that counts! So keep going and it'll eventually pay off," he added.

"Meri Hanikarak Biwi", which will soon be aired on &TV, will highlight the concept of vasectomy by focusing on Akhilesh's life and his tryst with Dr. Ira.

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I'm a fitness freak: Rohit Bakshi

Actor Rohit Bakshi, a fitness freak, says he follows a diet plan for his role of Lord Bhairav in TV show "Shaktipeeth Ke Bhairav".

"The character is tough to portray but challenges are what makes an actor. When it comes to maintaining my body, I am myself a fitness freak. Exercise makes me feel energetic and positive in life," Rohit said in a statement.

"I curb on carbs, not exercise. I have a set diet plan for the day and I simply follow that daily which makes my life easier. I visit the gym as well and catch up on workout as much as possible in between the hectic shooting schedule.

"In fact, I would suggest everyone to add a little exercise in their routine plan as it does wonders to the body. Good health leads to a happy life," he added.

"Shaktipeeth Ke Bhairav" is aired on BIG Magic.