Few years ago a young girl from Kalyan peformed in Nishikant Kamat‘s experimental play ‘Litmus’, only to be spotted for her incredible talent. Today, she is one of the leading actresses in Marathi entertainment industry. Since childhood, Aditi Saragdhar was passionate about acting. And, when she got a platform, she never looked back. From Kalyan, her journey to Ruia College, Mumbai was only to enhance her acting skills, to greater heights.

Watching her as a smart and intelligent Police Officer in new TV serial ‘Lakshya‘ certainly takes the viewer ship of the serial and the channel up; so much is her popularity today. We have seen her acting skills in ‘Vadalvaat’ and many more serials that followed later. We watched her in Marathi films, but role in ‘Tee Ratra’ reminded one and all about her potential as an actress. Aditi has always been comfortable with comedy as well as serious types of roles. She also suited well in angry young woman image, fighting against injustice. Now, with her smart Lady Cop character of Saloni Deshmukh , she is sure invite more and more fans to her list.

Marathi Movie World spoke to Aditi Sarangdhar about her acting career and this bold and beautiful actress was kind enough to express her frank views. Excerpts for an interview:

Q: You have studied Philosophy while doing your graduation; how do you relate this subject in your acting profession? A: Frankly speaking, ‘I live for the day’. I am not very serious about being philosophical in my day to day life.Q: Many years ago Kavita Choudhary through her serial ‘Udaan’ inspired many young girls to join IPS. Now, yourself playing Inspector Saloni Deshmukh, do you think, you will inspire young girls to join Maharashtra Police? A: I don’t know much about this serial. May be I was too small. But, this role of Saloni Deshmukh would surely inspire many young girls. It is a very strong character.

Q: What’s so special about this character ? A: It is all about the day to day experiences that a duty bound Police officer has to face in real life. It’s not only about saying ‘Yes, Sir’ and obeying orders. It is much beyond that. It’s also about emotions and hardships faced on and off duty.Q: Can you site an example . A: While shooting one dramatic scene, I hear a small child making a remark on police and I explain how difficult it is for the police to work for 24 hours a day many a times. There is no word ‘Kadachit’ in the dictionary of Police. That’s what I noticed while playing this role.Q: Were you inspired by someone in particular, while playing this role ? A: Yes, I am inspired by Kiran Bedi. I have read her book and found her to be the most dynamic and best lady Police officer in our country. Every act of hers was in public interest. May be, she was opposed by her seniors for her actions, but she always proved her point.Q: We understand that you are very particular about your dress design, while shooting. Is that true ? A: Yes, I design my own clothes and I am allowed to do that. Even in this serial, I wear my choice of clothes, if not in uniform.Q: But, how do you do that ? A: I just close my eyes and think about my character. Then I notice all those images with relevant dresses suited for a particular scene.Q: Your choice of dresses were perfect for your character in the film ‘Tee Raatra‘. Were those clothes also designed by you? A: Yes, they were designed by me. I am glad that someone appreciated it.Q: Now that you have committed for this serial, will you be doing films? A: Yes, why not ? For this serial, I have committed only 15 days of the month. Rest of the days I am available for films.