The much-anticipated film ‘Mrs.’, featuring Sanya Malhotra has been loved by the audience. Directed by Arati Kadav, Mrs. is a Hindi-language re-make of the Malayalam film ‘The Great Indian Kitchen’ (2021). The narrative of the film centres on a young bride, Richa, portrayed by Sanya, who finds herself submerged in household chores, causing her aspirations of becoming a dancer to fade. The film delves into themes of womanhood, identity, and the challenges within a traditional household.

Sanya Malhotra, who recently celebrated her birthday on February 26, has left an everlasting impression on director Aarti Kadav. The filmmaker shares her experience working with Sanya in Mrs, her qualities as an actress, and their strong bond on and off the screen.

First Impressions: A Lasting Impact

Aarti Kadav recalls her first meeting with Sanya Malhotra as a memorable experience where she said, “In the first meeting itself, Sanya endeared herself so much to me that I really wanted to work with her, learn from her, and grow with her. She made me feel comfortable in my own skin, and her dedication inspired me to excel. I have grown as a fan every day since I met her.”

Why Sanya Was The Perfect Fit For Mrs

For Kadav, Sanya Malhotra was the natural choice for the role in Mrs. She explained this and said, “This role was very tough, especially for an actor who operates with so much empathy. Seeing her break and rebuild herself was incredible. Working with her any day feels like the best creative day of my life. I am so happy that young girls across the country identify with her and look up to her.”

What Made Sanya Stand Out?

Aarti Kadav was drawn to Sanya’s energy, simplicity, and deep empathy and revealed that, “The film really spoke to her, and it showed in the way she committed herself to the character. From our first meeting, she impressed me with her passion and sincerity. Her love for dance even made its way into the screenplay.”

A Bond Beyond The Camera

The relationship between the director and actress extended beyond work. Speaking on this Aarti shared, “We bonded over deep respect and love for each other. Sanya feels every moment while performing, and I wanted to be there for her emotionally. She also became my Santa, always bringing me coffee and bagels. She makes the best coffee in Mumbai!”

Aarti Kadav also revealed that has been a longtime admirer of Sanya’s work and shared, “I loved her in Dangal, Pagglait, and Kathal. Even in Pataka, her madness with Radhika was wonderful. But I love her the most in Mrs.”

Aarti also expressed her desire to work with Sanya again. “If I could, I would work with her in every film. And yes, there is one film I want to do with her immediately.”