Mona
Nothing succeeds like success they say and the cast of Hate Story 4 is upbeat about the rousing response the film’s trailer and music has got! Unabashed about the erotica, the trio — Karan Wahi, Vivan Bhatena and Ihana Dhillon — had a good time in Chandigarh, a friendly banter and spoke about a career in the glam world.
Bollywood is known for its ‘love’ stories, so what made them sign up for a ‘hate’ story? “It’s a Hate Story you would love,” opens up Karan, speaking on everyone’s behalf. Vivan seconds, “Had this offer come to me five years back, probably I would have thought but today I am confident of how I look, about my craft and why not an erotica? It’s another genre and I am just playing a character.”
Different shades
One would have thought it was rather a tough for Ihana to take the call, but the boys insist, “We too have families.” Incidentally, the date of release, March 9, happens to be Karan’s dad’s birthday!
As for him, or Vivan or Ihana, none have qualms about making out on screen. “It’s just another genre, another character, and there lies the kick for any actor – to play different shades.”
For one, each character is grey in Hate Story 4. Two brothers played by Karan and Vivan; Urvashi Rautela seems like a temptress and Ihana plays the ‘twist’ in the story. “The film is beautiful story, a thriller, a revenge saga, and a love story all rolled into one,” offers Vivan. “The trailer mentions one plot, but there are at least 10,” adds Karan.
Debut for Ihana in Bollywood...is she also battling the negative criticism like what Surveen Chawla faced in Hate Story 2? “No. I believe, I am starting with a hit franchise,” says the girl who insists that family and friends have been very supportive.
Make the best
As they talk about films and anchoring, Vivan shares how he looks forward to making the best of whatever is offered to him, “Let’s admit, none of us come from a filmy background; we got to earn our bread and its work that matters - neither the format nor the language.” Karan and Ihana second his claim.
Erotica or no, this trio believes in giving their best shot, and if kids as small as four are watching it, its parents to be blamed...not the filmmakers!
Fit is hit
So, what’s the secret behind their fit bodies? Karan Wahi and Vivan Bhatena call it a way of life. “Motivation plays a key role. When you have to take off your shirt every two seconds, you would want to look good.” Eat all you wish, and then work out! “Our Indian system — food as well as yoga – is the ultimate guide to a healthy life,” says Karan, pointing out how Hrithik Roshan has set up tough standards for everyone in the industry. “Tiger has got a house in gym only,” Vivan jokes around. As for their leading lady, “Sweet is my weakness, but I just keep it away!”