'BA Pass' goes beyond boldness: actress Shilpa Shukla
'BA Pass' goes beyond boldness: actress Shilpa Shukla
Actress Shilpa Shukla joined IBNLive readers for an interaction on her movie 'BA Pass'.

Shilpa Shukla is an actress known for playing the role of Bindiya Naik, a member of the Indian women's national hockey team, in the sports-oriented movie 'Chak De India', starring Shahrukh Khan. Shilpa has also acted in award winning movies such as 'Khamosh Pani' (International Title: 'Silent Waters') and 'Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi'. 'Chak De!' girl Shilpa Shukla is back on the silver screen with an erotic drama 'BA Pass'. In 'BA Pass', directed by Ajay Bahl, Shilpa plays a rich, married woman, who turns a sex guru for the boy. She teaches him the art of lovemaking. The film is said to be based on one of the stories titled 'The Railway Aunty' by Mohan Sikka from the book 'Delhi Noir', and it talks about male prostitution. In the film, actress Shilpa Shukla will be seen as Sarika Aunty. The film also stars Rajesh Sharma, Dibyendu Bhattacharya and Shadab Kamal. Presented and distributed by Bharat Shah, 'BA Pass' is set to release on Aug 2. Actress Shilpa Shukla joined IBNLive readers for an interaction on her movie 'BA Pass'.

Q. What message this movie gives to society? Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. The Message is A mirror. A cinematic look into truth of Reality. That Society feeds on its Weak. But the message I want to spread is an answer: That Self-centered Attitude prevalent in the Modern City life is not good for any of us, We must take care of others to take care of ourselves.

Q. Why you choose this film? Asked by: Sasi

A. For its Nail biting story. It sounded like an investigation into a heinous crime that appears juicy in Newspapers.Its a multi-layered story. And Beautiful Character.

Q. How would you rate your movie personally on the scale of ten honestly? Please don't give diplomatic answers like its upto viewers to decide, cant say, not at liberty blah blah. :) Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. Honestly, Being an Indian who is celebrating 100 yrs of cinema. I would give this film a ten on ten.

Q. You did good job in 'Chak De'..kudos. When again we will able to see you in a meaningful script and role because i think you deserve more than 'BA Pass'? Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. I am Grateful to God for Sending B.A.Pass my way. It has been a very Beautiful journey. Thank God for 'BA Pass'.

Q. How was your experience of working with new director Ajay Bahl? Asked by: Raghav

A. He is a Task Master. He pushed us all to achieve this level of performance through a beautiful process. An organic, down to earth way.We killed each other's ego to arrive at this tale.

Q. Have you tried your luck in Hollywood sometime coz you are good looking, dark brunette hottie and also having good acting skills? Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. :) I always believe that acting is universal language. And so yes, I aspire to a Global Actress:)

Q. Your looks are gorgeous in movie. Asked by: Mohit

A. :) Thank you so much :)

Q. Would you like to do bold characters like Poonam Pandey? How about doing a sensual film and getting popularity? Asked by: Rakesh

A. Its not about getting popularity out of it for me. I am an Actor. An instrument through which We take you closer to another person's life and Create a Meaningful dialogue with you. Its not about the Skin. Its for the soul.

Q. Does playing a character depicted as a sexual predators require an extra amount of preparation compared to the other roles you normally get? Asked by: prashant

A. No. Its all equal. its a process of transformation that happens..unfolds on its own. All we have to do is exercise the mind body and soul. And Inhibitions to let go. To be able to take a free fall.

Q. I heard that you have taken your fathers opinion in doing the film.what do u feel personally after doing the character. Asked by: Rohan

A. I feel Grateful as I call upon you all to watch 'BA Pass'. can you Imagine the trust I hold for everyone. That's what My father said. No magic happens within Comfort Zone. By that I don't mean skin show. But holistically.

Q. What is the best script according to you? Asked by: Suji

A. The One That is Honest. Such as 'BA Pass' :)

Q. What you think a extra marital affair is good or not? Asked by: pawan

A. In the modern times, I feel there is no Good or Bad. No place for judgements as everyone is looking for Happiness. But Extra marital is not good. Specially if you have kids. That's the beginning of unconditional love I think. Any relationship that hurts another is not good. There has to be a Way out for True happiness.

Q. Hi Shilpa, I think you deserve more better movie than 'BA Pass', why you choose this movie? I don't think its for you. Asked by: robin kapoor

A. Trust me. Its a Good Film. I will not Fail you,

Q. Do you have any offers in any other languages? Asked by: Abhi

A. Not as yet:) but I can speak Bangla:) and Punjabi!

Q. Is this film talk about boldness and sex only? Asked by: Rahul

A. Not at all. Its Beyond Boldness. Its just a cinematic look at an entertaining story that Moves something deep down your soul. Its a soulful film.

Q. Why was the movie postponed? Asked by: mike ross

A. Just so that we could Get more number of Shows for you all. Bahot achi film hai by God, zyaada se zyaada logon ko dekhni Chahiye..2nd August is a good release for us..:)

Q. Can we expect sequel of this movie? Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. Hahahaha! hmm:) Hone ko toh Kuch bhi ho sakta hai ! never thought.

Q. Do you think that playing a role like this make your presence more impressive in Bollywood as compared to 'Chak De'? And what are your next projects? I'm your huge fan..love you and best of luck!! Asked by: Dev sharma

A. :) thanks :) I just want to be remembered :) thanks!

Q. How tough or easy has your journey to the Indian Film Industry been since 'Chak De India'? Asked by: Robbie Singh

A. Its has been a full circle. Disillusionment is Bliss because it gives you Inner strenght. The Journey has empowered me :)

Q. Being a movie buff, I have seen your act in few TV short films, on Zoom I guess. That was a different celluloid altogether and it was nice to see you in it. This conveys that you love art and cinema. Just wanted to let u know :) Asked by: Sandeep Rao

A. :) Thanks

Q. Indian audience only appreciates masala movies, what do you think about it? Will this attitude ever change? Asked by: Vivek

A. Yes it will Change if the efforts are Honest. Masala is Good but ppl should know the true value of entertainment. It should be Mindfull even if it is Laughters!!

Q. When you are shooting for the movie for erotic scenes, don't you get tempted to have sex? Asked by: shivang

A. Hahahahaah! no :) its a very Technical Professional state of Mind. Its was , for me, either Like a Painting or like a Dance.

Q. Has the CBFC certified the movie? Asked by: sundar1950in

A. Yes Certified A with no cuts . They were very happy. They said India needs more such films.

Q. Will the movie create a controversy and the Moral Brigade going up in arms? Asked by: sundar1950in

A. Its the intent that matters.

Q. Hello Shilpa, I liked your performance in 'Chak De', guess you really worked for the role, how different was it to enact the intense role in BA Pass .. wish you many more success. Asked by: sandeep sainani

A. Thanks:) it was Different yet very comforting set Of cast and Crew. So, the work becomes a collective effort and easy :)

Q. Hi Shilpa, Why haven't we seen you much after 'Chack de'? Is it because lack of good scripts that you waited till this movie? All the best! Cheers! Asked by: Deepak C B

A. Thanks:) You will see me More often Now..I will try my Best. Yes, Scripts sometimes, Sometimes soul search kept me away. Now i am Found for Good. hahahahha:)

Q. Do you want to work in Tollywood, I mean in a Bengali movie. Asked by: Amit

A. Zaroor!

Q. Hi, isn't is a very bold movie... how do you react to the situations. Asked by: robin kapoor

A. Yes it is bold but for a reason. And For me its Right source of Livelihood at the end of the Day I am introducing you to Sarika. A woman in flesh and Blood :)

Q. You are a great actress and highly underrated. Wishing you the best of films in future ahead.. My question to you is that which film of the last 5 yrs you wish you had done and why? Asked by: Rahul

A. :) thank You:) I wish I did Mary Kom:)

Q. As an actress, for films on these topics, do u set certain boundaries at the onset itself to avoid any complications later, in terms of what scenes you are comfortable doing and what you are not, or do you just go with the flow? Asked by: prashant

A. Its a gut feeling and trust is important and aesthetics.

Q. I am a fan as a Bindiya Nayak of 'Chak De' as a senior member of team, but next we see as a erotic lady and would you like to do a movie like action? or you wanna stick with lady thing? Asked by: Ravindra

A. Hahahaha:) haan ! action karna hai na.. ! Actors have so many people hidden in them i believe its all about who gets to breathe when..waisa, samjhe :)

Q. Is the movie is about extra marital affairs or just to educate the sex thing or purely a erotic movie? Asked by: Ravindra

A. Its a thriller. No education ..just a pure simple nail biting thriller.

Q. I should watch BA Pass for what? What unusual thing may I expect to be in BA Pass? Asked by: Suji

A. Not because I am in the film..not genuinely ..Unusual . Everything about this film is unusual yet so simple. You Should Watch it because It will grip you !

Q. After your Bindiya Naik role you were not found much in theaters.was that a reason that made you to take such a bold move? Any way good luck for this and your future projects. Hope to see you in more comfortable projects. Asked by: suresh

A. :) Thank you! I want you to watch B.A.Pass pls:) you will know..I want to make you comfortable. Its for the society That we create for each other. Trust me.

Q. Which actor you dream of working with? Asked by: Raj

A. Dream of :) RajniKant Sir :)

Q. How your character will affect the society do you think of it? Asked by: Dileep

A. It will tell us some Reality of Married Women in City society. How sometimes hypocrisy becomes a Fashion. People deceive. It will make you investigate into reality.

Q. Success and fame is more than a family? You have done this role appreciated as an artist if we see its an art.. But our culture will think in wrong manner... So what you wanna say about this? Asked by: MIHIR BAROT

A. The first person I asked was My mother And Then My father. I seeked their Permission. I believe That we need to Trust Each other of. Cinema is a mirror image of society. Culture included. Its Just reality that we read every morning in the paper. Not talking about Darkness will never let the light come In !

Q. Just read you wanna act as Mary Kom. Guess it isn't possible now in Bollywood. Why don't you direct one in another language? :P Asked by: Sandeep Rao

A. Hahahaha!

Q. I have observed that movies based on an erotic theme or based on sexual relations always released in clusters, the same is happening now with the release of Nasha followed by 'BA Pass', the same happened in early 2000s with movies starring Meghana Naidu and other actresses, is there a logic to it? Asked by: prashant

A. I cannot speak for Other Films. But. When Mahesh Bhatt Says 'BA Pass' is a Path breaking film that will be remembered for years to come. Then, definitely its not a cluster film. Its a ..ummm Pole Star I say :) it will show us a way with dignity !

Q. What do you think is the future of Erotic movie in India? Do you think more actress will come forward to do "so called bold scenes" in the name of script? Were you comfortable doing sex scenes with a stranger man just because the script demanded it? Asked by: Sanjay (delhi)

A. We should not put sex to sell. When The intent is right all is well:) I never thought of these scenes as Fussy. Its just Part of the Person, Sarika.

Q. How will you describe the character you have played in the movie? Asked by: Vivek

A. Sarika is a a unhappily Married woman , She is a rebel and seems to conceal some deep pain that has made her so cold.She is a Femme Fatale. But she has a Soul..its just that her way of approaching society is different. Her rights and wrongs are different.

Q. Shilpa your a wonderful actress. Any big projects coming soon which we can expect to see you in? Asked by: Pranav

A. Right now 'BA Pass' :) we have made it with lot of Care and Love. You all have to make it Big for us! Thanks:)

Q. You belong from Bihar. What are your political views about Bihar? Do you want to work in Anurag Kashyap or Prakash Jha films? Asked by: Harvey Dent

A. Bihar is Changing. There is lot of Work to be done. Its time to pay back :)

Q. How has your education helped you in becoming what you are? Asked by: Sass

A. Education..is truly the one that Life teaches us. Opportunities to find your own person . Sociology and Psychology help me..I love History that too..and Then I am Very fascinated by the Introduction of a new subject in Delhi Univ. soon..World Ethics. Education is Power!

Q. Hello Shilpa, are you comfortable with nudity if script demands? Asked by: david

A. Not sure.

Q. Are you still doing any stage work? Asked by: nikhil

A. I will resume soon.

Q. I was a huge fan of your performance in Chak De. I thought you played your role with sublime proficiency and made it sound like that attitude was a part of your personality. What are your future projects? Will you consider participating in reality shows. e.g. Big Boss. I know you did participate in a dance competition Asked by: Hardik

A. I danced because as an actor I wanted to see if I could dance. Nai reality shows nai karna.. Achi achi filmein Karni hai, Thanks:)

Q. Do you think we can start a porn movie industry in India similar to that in the US? Will it help people concentrate on the real message in the movies rather than just focus on one kiss, one sex scene in the movie. Asked by: prashant

A. Pata nai Dost. Extreme of anything is not good. But in balance. Yes. If it helps controlling rapes in any way. Sure.

Q. Your upcoming movies? Asked by: mike ross

A. Coffin-maker. Love. Pranam Vallekum :)

Q. What is your favourite movie? Asked by: Amit

A. 'BA Pass' :)

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