'I am still young enough to work round-the-clock.'

Article Updated 14 March, 2006 11:37:06 AM IST

'I am still young enough to work round-the-clock.' - Amisha Patel

AMEESHA PATEL has had two flops in a row- 'Humko Tumse Pyar Hai' and 'Teesri Aankh' but she is as chirpy as ever. One, or even two swallows, does not make a summer for Ms Patel. Excerpts from an interview by Vickey Lalwani:

What made you sign 'Teesri Aankh'?
It's not every day that you get interesting characters to portray in an acting career. 'Teesri Aankh' is a suspense thriller, in which I'm playing a mute who witnesses a murder. I love thrillers.

Was it tough to play mute?
I prepared to portray a mute by learning sign language, which is not easy. My sign language teacher was Sangeeta, the same person who taught Rani Mukerji for 'Black'.

You worked with Sunny after a long time?
Sunny is professional as ever. But one thing I must say is that he's only getting better with age. Contrary to the serious and sober impression most have of him, he's a very warm person with a good sense of humour. Also, working with him is a great learning experience.

You have also worked with Bobby?
Right. Bobby is a fantastic co-star to work with. I worked with Bobby in 'Humraaz', which was a hit, then 'Humko Tumse Pyaar Hai' that released few days back. It's sad that the co-producer and director Bunty Soorma expired while shooting was in progress. Irrespective of the fate of the film at the box-office because the audience is really unpredictable these days, the entire cast and crew of the film is very happy that Bunty's dream has been realized.

Tell us about 'Tathasthu'?
After 'Gadar', I'm playing a mother once again, in a very performance-oriented role. 'Tathasthu' is a very real story about a couple's struggle to save their child from a fatal ailment. A story that people will easily relate to as it shows how far a couple can go when their child's life is at stake. I am also very excited about Vikram Bhatt-directed 'Ankahee'.

Go on...
'Ankahee' is based on real instances and characters inspired from real life. What would happen if a husband were attracted to another woman? It's about relationships, the complications that people get into, how they affect one another and how they're sorted out. I am also doing Dharmesh Darshan's 'Aap Ke Khatir' and Farhan Akhtar's 'Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd' directed by Reema Kagti.

You have just returned from London, shooting for 'Aap Ki Khatir'?
It was such a different and lovely experience shooting in old mansions. It was freezing there. Priyanka Chopra, Dino Morea, Sunil Shetty and I all had a blast. I love the cold season. Now, I am leaving for Goa for 'Honeymoon Travels Pvt Ltd'. In Goa, it is going to be hot. I hate summers, but I am looking forward to work with my director Reema.

You have been traveling quite a bit?
It's really hectic, but frankly speaking I am enjoying it. I am a workaholic and the more I work, the better I feel. I am still young enough to work round-the-clock. I think I have the rest of my life to take it easy.

You have also lost some weight?
Yes. And I am getting lots of compliments for my looks today. But losing weight is not just for glamour but also to feel fresh and glowing all the time. When I am in Mumbai, I go to the gym two to three times a week for my workout.

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