Actress Afreen Alvi, who has been a part of Naagin 4 and Shubh Laabh, gets candid with us

Tell us about your background.

I was born and brought up in Delhi, and I have a huge familymom, dad, four brothers, and two sisters. I’m the only one in my family who joined the entertainment industry.

How did you get into acting?

I used to do modelling and ramp shows in Delhi, and I used to give auditions because acting has always been my passion. After I moved to Mumbai, I started giving auditions for gigs.

How did you get your first project, Naagin 4?

I gave auditions for different productions. Then somebody from Balaji asked me, “Do you want to do Naagin?” That was a cameo. I was playing the main lead’s sister. I was there for a short period of time, but it was an impactful role, so I auditioned and got selected.

What was your experience working at Shubh Laabh?

My experience was amazing. The Shubh Laabh team was amazing. They were like family to me. It was a beautiful experience.

If you were not an actor, what would you have been?

I would’ve been a designer because I love designing clothes. I used to design my doll’s dresses and am good at drawing and painting.

Why have you not taken up any TV show after Shubh Laabh?

I did Shubh Laabh for 10 months and I wanted to take a break. I wanted to travel with my friends and meet my family because I was feeling homesick.

Have you taken any formal training in acting?

Yes, actually. I did theatre in Delhi.

What are your future plans?

I want to be a good actress and follow my dream, and I just want to be happy in whatever I’m doing.