"I love being the boss lady on the dance floor" – Anasua Chowdhury

Anasua Chowdhury, known for her stellar performances in popular episodic series like Dil Dosti Dance, Savdhan India, Fear Files, and CID, is all set to make her mark in the upcoming dance-based drama series Waack Girls by Sunita Taraporewala. This nine-episode series is not just about dance but also explores the lives, struggles, and solidarity of women. In this interview, Anasua shares her journey in acting and choreography and what audiences can expect from the show.

Anasua to Star in Dance-Drama Series 'Waack Girls'

Anasua, who has gained fame through episodic shows like Dil Dosti Dance, Savdhan India, Fear Files, and CID, will soon be seen in the dance-based drama series Waack Girls by Sunita Taraporewala. This nine-episode series combines dance with the story of women's lives and their struggles. In this conversation, Anasua shares insights about her experience balancing acting and choreography and what makes this series special.

• You come from a classical dance background. Can you tell us about your journey in acting and how you balance both?

Yes, I come from a classical dance background, and I have been dancing since I was 3 years old. Dance has become my second nature. Acting came to me later, and I instantly fell in love with it. Initially, I never thought I would pursue acting, but it turned into a beautiful journey. Dance taught me how to express emotions and tell stories. My connection to acting began there. When I got my first show, I fell in love with the camera and the craft of acting. I find joy in both dance and acting and as a creative person, I love working both on and off the screen. Sometimes, I even enjoy writing.

• You mentioned that this show is very special to you. Could you tell us more about why?

This show is very personal to me because it's based on the dance style Waacking, which I have been practicing for over 10 years. When I was in Kolkata, my friend and I used to perform Waacking together, and we always used to joke that one day a movie or show would be made about us. Now, 10 years later, my friend is the lead in this show, and I am playing her best friend. I am so excited because this is exactly what we had envisioned, and now it's come true. It's the result of our hard work. That’s why this show is very special to me.

• You mentioned that this show is very special to you. Could you tell us more about why?

This show is very personal to me because it's based on the dance style Waacking, which I have been practicing for over 10 years. When I was in Kolkata, my friend and I used to perform Waacking together, and we always used to joke that one day a movie or show would be made about us. Now, 10 years later, my friend is the lead in this show, and I am playing her best friend. I am so excited because this is exactly what we had envisioned, and now it's come true. It's the result of our hard work. That’s why this show is very special to me.

• What can you say about the team, especially the female cast and crew? How has your experience been working with them?

I feel very grateful and blessed. As I have said in previous interviews, I received the best experiences from everyone involved in this show—whether it was the cast, the crew, or the director. It has been a beautiful journey for me, and I learned so much from each actor. Since I’m a dancer, I pay attention to how each dancer performs and try to draw inspiration from them. I did the same on set. We had such talented actors, and because I also work behind the scenes, I observed how our director Sunita Taraporewala worked. It was incredible to see how all the departments worked in sync. This has been the best experience of my life.

• There's often a lot of talk about your name. Is it Anushwari or something else?

Yes, my name is Anasua, but here’s a fun fact: when I first came to Mumbai, Karan Johar was the first person to pronounce my name correctly. I was so impressed! This happened back in 2014 when I appeared on India's Got Talent. He said, “Anasua,” and I was amazed because that's how it's pronounced. It felt great. My grandmother gave me this name, and it’s very dear to me.

• Looking back at your journey, especially from Dil Dosti Dance to now, what are the most special memories for you?

It’s been a 10-year journey, so there are so many fond memories. Dil Dosti Dance was my first show, and it will always be special to me. I learned so much there. The people who believed in me, especially Amita Ma'am, who gave me the role of Huma, will always hold a special place in my heart. I can never forget how she believed in me. We had so much fun while rehearsing dance sequences. My co-actor Jason Tham, who was also doing his first show, and I were both new to acting. We used to laugh while revising lines, and those moments were unforgettable.

• Acting and choreography are two different professions. How do you manage both?

Both are challenging in their own ways. In acting, you have to pour your heart and soul into it. Over time, as I’m honing my skills, I’m discovering how many layers there are to this craft. It’s an art that you need to work on every day. Similarly, choreography is also tough. First, you need to master the basics, then perfect the dance steps and hook steps. Besides that, you have to understand the emotions of the actors. As a choreographer, you're in the middle of everything—communicating with the director, producer, and actors to bring everything together. It requires a lot of hard work, but I love it. I enjoy being the boss lady on the dance floor.

• You recently choreographed the song "Kamli Naam Piya Da". How was that experience, and how challenging was it?

It was a fantastic experience, and I’m very grateful to Director Kukki Gulati for giving me the opportunity. This was the only song in the film, and I was fortunate enough to choreograph it. It was a challenging task because the song appeared during the film’s climax, which was happening during a shootout. So, I had to choreograph it at a fast pace, matching the mood of the film. It was a memorable experience because we were shooting the song and the climax together, which was a huge learning opportunity for me.

In addition to Anasua, Waack Girls features new talents such as Mehkola Bose, Ritasha Rathore, Krishan Pereira, Priyam Saha, Ruby Saha, and Achintya Bose, alongside seasoned actors like Barun Chanda, Lillete Dubey, and the late Nitesh Pandey in pivotal roles.

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