Rasha Thadani recently made her acting debut with Azaad, and she reflects on how her mother, renowned actress Raveena Tandon, has influenced her professional growth. Rasha expresses that her mother keeps her motivated and grounded in her craft.
Rasha Thadani reflects on her mother Raveena Tandon
“My mom actually does it very beautifully because she’ll never express pride in me,” Rasha explains. “I feel like she knows that if she keeps saying she’s proud of me and that I’m doing so well, it might lead me down the wrong path. There’s never a feeling of completion with her because when you feel complete, there’s no room for improvement. So, she continues to mold me beautifully to this day.”
Rasha on pressure as a debutante
Entering the acting industry today presents significant challenges, especially with the current uncertainty at the box office. Rasha acknowledges this pressure but remains focused on her craft. “Times are always changing and evolving. When one phase presents hardships to an actor, it’s something that will always be there. I don’t think anyone has ever had a clean slate or an easy start,” she notes.
She adds, “Regarding the box office, you just have to accept what’s happening and evolve with it. You must cater to the audience that wants to see you. You can’t just stop and wait for better times. You have to work hard, and the rest is destiny.”
Rasha on family legacy & professional legacy
As Raveena Tandon’s daughter, Rasha’s debut has been under the spotlight even before she decided to pursue acting. However, the 19-year-old shares that she remained somewhat insulated from the surrounding buzz. “The talk of my debut has been there, but I don’t think I even knew about it. During school, I didn’t pay much attention to this world. It wasn’t until grade 12, when I started shooting the film, that it felt like a leap of faith for me,” she reveals.
Rasha reflects on her transformation throughout the process, “When everything started working out, I was a completely different person. I was so unaware of anything related to this industry. I’m still learning, but now I know a little more than I did back then. I always wanted to act; I just didn’t know how or when it would happen for me.”
Rasha Thadani’s journey into acting, supported by her mother’s guidance, highlights the complexities of stepping into the limelight while navigating expectations and industry challenges. Her commitment to growth and evolution signals a promising start to her career.