By Hindustan Times
Indian Premier League (IPL) Season Five is underway. And as she urges Kings XI Punjab to shine, Preity Zinta’s dimples flash. But this year, the actor and franchise owner isn't an everlasting fixture within the stands. She’s back within the show business and after a 65-day stint in France, the actor has another schedule planned to wrap up her home production, Ishkq In Paris: because of this missing some games.
“It’s an interior shoot and a large set. We’re filming an item number with Salman Khan, and Isabella Adjani is flying in from France. Even if I USED TO BE really nervous before the primary shot, I realised that acting is like cycling; you don’t forget anything despite the fact that it’s been three years,” says Preity, who lost eight kilos before facing the camera again.
Preity Zinta from Ishkq in Paris
Three years ago on the peak of her career, when she stepped clear of the arc lights, nothing exciting was coming her way. So when cricket beckoned, she followed her heart. Then, director Prem Raj came to her with a script. “I desired to do it differently, we started co-writing it, then I DETERMINED to behave and bring Ishkq In Paris,” says Preity, adding, “This year, a variety of new things that I USED TO BE prepping up for in 2011 are happening. You'll be able to expect two more big surprises.”
The buzz is that she’s set to show director along with her next production, but Preity dismisses it, “I didn’t need to tackle an excessive amount of as my plate is full. So no, direction isn't probably the most surprises.”
Her funny, quirky rom-com is lining up for a September 21 release. Kareena Kapoor’s Heroine opens the week before (September 14) and Rani Mukerji’s Aiyya every week later (September 28). “September goes to be a month for the heroines,” exults Preity, adding, “Rani and i've been lucky for every other in Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001) and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006). I’m happy for both for Kareena and her. I saw Kahaani (2012) and Vidya (Balan) is amazing and (director) Sujoy Ghosh, amazing. It’s great that content is now queen — a good sign for my movie.”
