Urvashi Dholakia says she won’t do roles just for money despite being called ‘overexposed’

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• Urvashi Dholakia returns with reality show The 50 after a planned TV break
• She seeks fresh challenges and wants roles different from her past TV work
• Urvashi is open to exploring digital platforms and new mediums beyond television

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Television actor Urvashi Dholakia is gearing up to return to the spotlight with a new reality show called The 50, and she’s candid about both her career choices and the perception of her visibility on TV. The 46-year-old, best known for iconic roles such as Komolika in Kasautii Zindagii Kay, says her recent absence from screens was intentional and that she is careful about the work she takes on.

Speaking about her decision to join The 50, Urvashi described the show as “completely different” from anything she has done before and said she was ready for a fresh challenge after taking a step back from regular television appearances. She said, “I’ve been laid back for a very long time, and it was time that I challenged myself a little more, once again.”

She adds, “This show has its own flair, and it’s very unpredictable, especially since it’s the first season. That also makes it exciting for contestants, as no one knows what they’re walking into.” When asked what kept her away from shows and television, Urvashi is quick to respond, “I’ve purposely not been around. I’ve already done what I could possibly do, I’ve set the bar, and now it’s my time to explore. As an actor, I need opportunities to show something different.”

She further elaborates, “There are lots of people who keep telling me that I’m too overexposed on TV, so I really don’t know what to make of it.” The 46-year-old adds, “When makers approach me, they often say it’s a ‘different character,’ but then it turns out to be something negative that I have already done. Tell me what’s different about it, excite me, and then I’ll do it.”

Urvashi says that although television has often boxed her into similar roles, she’s willing to try out new kinds of work, including on digital and other modern platforms. “The younger generation has a completely different vision of cinema. They look at you in a fresh way, which makes you want to explore new mediums and roles. It’s important to stay busy and visible, but not at any cost.”