It has theatre, dance and music in it, and that was good for me. It's realistic, and the role I play is of a character coming back to her country after 10 years. So one can see there are so many parallel things running between me and Diya [her character]. I could identify myself with her.

The other factor was Yashji. I have worked with him in the past as well. When he said the film will be completed in some months, I had no reason to say no.

What was the first thing that crossed your mind when you said yes to the film?

Hmmm. To be honest, there were many things going on: will I be able to act? Going from Denver to Mumbai; leaving my kids alone. And after five years, will the audience accept me?

And what was your husband's opinion?

Of course, before saying yes to the film we had a discussion. He told me if I am comfortable working, and if I can manage work and kids, he said I must do it. Because this is the time I can do something for me. He always supports me.

What about the kids? Are they excited to see you on billboards and on TV?

They love the songs of the film. They dance whenever the song comes on TV. They don't know Hindi but gaane sun sun kar thoda bahut sikh gaye hain [have learnt bits of it by hearing the songs over and over again]. They are too young to understand that their mom is into acting and everything. For them, seeing mom on TV and posters is a big deal! (laughs)

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