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Mahie Gill: I'll never go topless for any film

Last updated on: October 3, 2011 12:24 IST

Image: Mahie Gill
Photographs: Bhuppi / The Man

Mahie Gill has already had two releases this year -- Ramgopal Varma's Not A Love Story and the gripping Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster that released last Friday. But the actress has a lot to look forward to. She says that as many as three of her new films are ready for release.

The Dev D actress recently sat down for a chat with her fans

Here's the transcript for those who missed it:

Mahie Gill says, Hi friends, I am here waiting for you to ask me some interesting questions.

Raghav asked, Hi Mahie,,,I think you have a long way to go. I think you need to perform convincingly in the emotional scenes.Thats a feedback.All the best!

Mahie Gill answers I feel that it is my forte. Anyway thanks for your feedback.

anu asked, hi mahi, do u wish to be paired opposite current heartthrob ranbir kapoor?
Mahie Gill answers, Of course I would like to be paired opposite Ranbir

kashmirkikali asked, who is your favrouite bollywood actor and actress.
Mahie Gill answers, Aamir Khan and Sridevi

Jessica asked, Hi Mahi, When will you plan to get married?
Mahie Gill answers, I really dont know. As of now nothing is planned. Whenever its destined.

'I would love to do an action film'

Image: Mahie Gill

amitjohar asked, hi mahi, Punjabi movies are very hilarious.. Have u worked in any of them?
Mahie Gill answers, Yes I did Miti Wajah Mardi and a comedy called Chak De Phattey.

Gulaal asked, Hi Mahie, You were fabulous in Gulaal and Dev D. And I must say you have an amazing figure and you bring this bold aspect to feminity in movies. So will you go topless in a movie if the script demands?
Mahie Gill answers, Thank you for the compliments. I would never go topless for any films.

sun asked, hey mahiey, just 1 question, is there casting couch in Bollywood?
Mahie Gill answers, I have no idea as I have not faced any of it.

stan asked, Mahie, you are a superstar, from Dev D to Saheb Biwi Ganagster, how was the journey, any tips for youngsters aspiring to make it big in life?
Mahie Gill answers, Thank you. The journey has been complicated and interesting but one must have dedication, patience, hardwork and one should not give up on their dreams.

'You need guts to be in the Bigg Boss house'

Image: Mahie Gill and Randeep Hooda in Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster

CB asked, Which of your films do you like the most?
Mahie Gill answers, All the films that I have done are my favourite.

oko asked, Hey Mahie. U were fascinating in Dev D. What is your aim? Highest paid actess ever or most loved?
Mahie Gill answers, Thank you. I want to do good work. Given a choice I would prefer to be most loved.

mfan asked, Hi Mahie. Have you ever considered doing an all out action role a la Rekha? You'd make an amazing cop!
Mahie Gill answers, I would love to do an action film. I am sure I would enjoy playing a cop.

Gulaal asked, Tell us this, how difficult is it to do intimate or bold scenes in a movie. What precautions do you take while doing such scenes considering you perform before the movie crew?
Mahie Gill answers, I do feel akward doing these kind of scenes but then I work with intelligent directors who I trust completely and I know they are going to shoot it aesthetically. I am an actor and I consider these scenes like any other emotion.

'Paan Singh Tomar is most likely to release in March next year'

Image: Mahie Gill
Photographs: The Man

vaibahv asked, mahie would you like to enter the Big Boss house?
Mahie Gill answers, No. I am an introvert person and I think you need guts to be in the Bigg Boss house and I am not that gutsy.

femdom asked, when is Paan Singh Tomar releasing?
Mahie Gill answers, Mostly on 9th March

milan asked, technically ,you are much better actress then Sonakshi, it showed up even in your small role in Dabanng, are you a part of Dabangg 2 also?
Mahie Gill answers, I have not decided on it yet.

Alan asked, Which is your fav holiday location?
Mahie Gill answers, I am a mountain person. In India I like Kerela and Manali. I love Ireland also.

ciaobella asked, Your looks and acting go complementing each other, did you take any acting classes before venturing in to bollywood?
Mahie Gill answers, I am from theater. I never took any Bollywood acting classes.


'I would love to try comedy'

Image: Mahie Gill
Photographs: The Man

Twister asked, Do u think parallel cinema is popular as it was in late 70s and early 80s when we saw the rise of real actors like Pankaj Kapur, Nasseeruddin Shah,Om puri etc.
Mahie Gill answers, I think it is still popular and people are experimenting with films. The audience too has become very intelligent and the script has become the hero.

SD1974 asked, what's ur next target?
Mahie Gill answers, I want to travel. I am going to Malaysia and Chang Mai next month.

jittu asked, hi Mahie, is there any comedy movie that you are doing?

Mahie Gill answers, Currently I am not doing it but I would really love to try that genre.


'I haven't decided if I'll be a part of Dabangg 2'

Image: Mahie Gill
Photographs: Pradeep Bandekar

rohitmassey2007 asked, Hi Mahie ,if i ask about your dream role what would it be?
Mahie Gill answers, Waheeda Rehman in Guide and Sridevi in Chalbaaz.

Ramji asked, Hi Mahi..Do you cook? If yes..do you prefer microwave or gas? 
Mahie Gill answers, Yes I love to cook for my friends. I always prefer gas over microwave.

sam21 asked, hi mahie, which are your new projects.
Mahie Gill answers, After Saheb Biwi aur Gangster there is Michael, Paan Singh Tomar and Buddah in a Traffic jam lined up for release.

vineet verma asked, As u r a punjabi u like rajma chawal or butter chicken?
Mahie Gill answers, I love both.


'I believe in being healthy and eating right'

Image: Mahie Gill

eiham asked, Whats your favorite english movie? 
Mahie Gill answers, Titanic is my all time favourite.

Gulaal asked, Will we see you doing a sexy rain song in the near future.. Ala Sridevi in Mr India..?
Mahie Gill answers, I would love to do something like that.

shweta asked, If ever any producer thinks of remaking Titanic in Bollywood and offers you a role. What changes would you prefer in that movie. How about erotic scene in that film ?
Mahie Gill answers, I would not change the film at all but have to keep in mind the Indian audience.


'If I wasn't an actress, I'd be in the army'

Image: Mahie Gill

amolpatil_4u@rediff.com asked, are you a fitness freak ? do you believe in zero figure concept ?
Mahie Gill answers, I like to exercise. I do yoga and cardio both. I do not believe in size zero. I believe in being healthy and eating right.

punter122 asked, If u get a good offer to do item number will u accept it?
Mahie Gill answers, Of course I will.

devdhillon asked, what is the secret of the good looks of punjabi girls?
Mahie Gill answers, I think it's in their genes

Konishiki asked, Have you ever fallen in love?
Mahie Gill answers, Yes a lot of times

amolpatil_4u@rediff.com asked, how you prepare or do your homework for any character or role?
Mahie Gill answers, I just go through the script and understand and listen to my directors.


'I'd love to do a South film'

Image: Mahie Gill

tauseef asked, If not an actress then Mahie would have been?
Mahie Gill answers, I would have been in the army

vinu asked, Hi... Your character says in Gulal that she looks like Tabu... you feel that too?
Mahie Gill answers, Anurag made me say the lines. I dont think but a lot of my fans have told me about it.

sonny asked, Why dont you work in Tollywood films or films down south?
Mahie Gill answers, I just did an advertisment with Mammoty. If there is a good script I would love to do a south film.

kishorre asked, hi....what do u think is the biggest achievement for you in the industry????
Mahie Gill answers, Being in the industry.


'My dream roles are Waheeda Rehman's in Guide and Sridevi in Mr India'

Image: Mahie Gill
Photographs: Sonil Dedhia

janu asked, What kind of men attract you?

Mahie Gill answers, Someone who is kind and has chivalry.

navin asked, what is your greatest fear?
Mahie Gill answers, Losing my loved ones.

Darius asked, Hey. Would u prefer an author backed role, or a glamorous role?
Mahie Gill answers, An author backed role with glamour

tauseef asked, whats your zodiac sign?
Mahie Gill answers, I am Sagitariaus

Mahie Gill says, Thank you all. It was wonderful to connect with all my fans.