Actress Hospitalized After Grueling Diet for Film Role

Actress Anangsha Biswas shared her challenging experience of hospitalization due to a drastic weight loss required for the Mirzapur film. She had gained weight for Season 3 of the series and then needed to rapidly lose it for the film adaptation, a process that severely impacted her health.

Biswas described the weight loss as a struggle, involving intense workouts and a strict boiled-food diet within a short timeframe. This demanding regimen ultimately led to her hospitalization. She detailed how the cast felt overwhelmed by the positive response to the trailer, describing the excitement as 'bhaukaal'.

The actress also discussed the personal challenges of maintaining a character like Zarina over several years, highlighting the difference between her real personality and the on-screen persona. She noted that while the show offers recognition, it also leads to uncomfortable public perceptions and unsolicited messages.

Despite the film adaptation's scale, Biswas emphasized the strong camaraderie on set, likening the Mirzapur set to a "homecoming." She praised co-stars like Ravi Kishan and Pramod Pathak for their supportive and effortless acting, which facilitated a comfortable working environment.