Unexpected Turn: Krutika Deo Receives Rs 10 While Filming Begging Scene in Taali

Actress Krutika Deo, known for her role as young Ganesh in Sushmita Sens web series "Taali," shared an interesting experience from the shows shooting.

While filming on the streets of Mumbai, a man gave her money, mistaking her for a real beggar.

The show, which is streaming on Jio Cinema, tells the story of transgender activist Gauri Sawant, portrayed by Sushmita Sen, with Krutika playing young Ganesh.Recalling challenging scenes, Krutika mentioned one where Ganesh is made to beg in Mumbai.

Shot in a hidden manner, she stood alone at traffic signals, simulating begging.A passerby even gave her money, thinking she was truly in need.

Krutika found it both surreal and weird, as the mans gesture showcased her acting skills, but also highlighted the struggles of real-life people like Gauri Sawant.The young actor also spoke about emotional scenes like Ganesh leaving home and meeting a sexologist.

She praised the support of her co-star Nandu Madhav, who helped her excel in those scenes.Krutika expressed pride in the response to "Taali," sharing that viewers had reached out to her on social media, some discovering the transgender community for the first time through the show.

Switching topics, she discussed her experiences in the Hindi and Marathi industries.Krutika explained how she got the role of young Ganesh through auditions and praised the more open approach to casting in the Hindi industry.

She contrasted this with the Marathi industry, which relies heavily on networking and friendships due to its smaller scale.She noted that despite her Marathi background, she found more opportunities in the Hindi industry and digital platforms due to their inclusive approach.