Zareen Khan is all set to debut on the short drama platform with the show “Phir Se Restart.” The actress expressed that the shoot was swift, the concept was innovative, and that she had the opportunity to portray herself.
A New Experience
Reflecting on her journey with Pocket TV’s “Phir Se Restart,” Zareen shared, “This was my first time working in a vertical short drama format. The whole experience was really fun.”
In “Phir Se Restart,” Zareen takes on the role of a renowned actress who isn’t satisfied with her costume designer’s creation. This moment leads her to seek out and showcase raw talent through a unique contest for aspiring designers.
Embracing Change
Zareen highlighted, “The shoot was quick, the concept was refreshing, and I got to play myself in Phir Se Restart, Zareen Khan the actress. It was new, fresh, and something I really enjoyed doing. Short dramas have finally made their mark in India.”
She also mentioned how technology is transforming content consumption: “Almost everybody owns a phone today, and Pocket TV is bringing content directly to the palms of their hand, which I believe is the best way to connect with your audience.”
As an artist, Zareen expressed her desire to step out of her comfort zone. “I debuted in a short drama series with Pocket TV, so I would definitely want to have a long association with them, especially because the experience of working together was great. I would love to keep the doors open for any future collaborations with them.”
Career Journey
Zareen made her acting debut in 2010 with the action film “Veer,” which starred Bollywood superstar Salman Khan. She later appeared in the popular item number “Character Dheela” in the 2011 action comedy “Ready” and in the 2012 comedy “Housefull 2,” which ranks as her highest-grossing release.
Her journey continued with the 2014 Punjabi film “Jatt James Bond.” She returned to Hindi films with a leading role in the 2015 erotic thriller “Hate Story 3.” In 2019, she made her entry into Telugu cinema with the action thriller “Chanakya.”
Zareen was last seen on the big screen in the 2021 film “Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele,” directed by Harish Vyas. The film features Anshuman Jha alongside Zareen, along with Ravi Khanvilkar, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Nitin Sharma in supporting roles.