Mona Singh on getting boxed as a mom & wife, Mihir on playing ‘non hero’ roles & more

This video features an interview with actors Mona Singh and Mihir Ahuja from the show Ma Ka SUM, where they discuss their characters, career choices, and the creative process behind the series. Key Highlights: Mona Singh's Makeover: Mona discusses her character Vinnie, explaining how she wanted to move away from being boxed into traditional "mom" or "wife" roles. She worked closely with stylist Gayatri to create a "hip and chic" look, including bangs and a backless dress, to suit the show's progressive, Gen Z vibe (0:46-2:02). Breaking Stereotypes: Mihir talks about his career trajectory, emphasizing his shift toward "non-hero" roles that highlight human vulnerability and emotional depth rather than typical heroic tropes (2:05-3:33). Career Choices: Mona reveals the "hard pill" she had to swallow—turning down 90% of offers that confined her to limited, repetitive roles—to wait for more experimental and meaningful projects (4:02-4:53). Decoding Scenes: The actors reflect on an intense confrontation scene in a car, noting how director Nick encouraged them to try new ideas, such as using face ID to unlock a phone, to make the moment feel organic (5:39-7:13). Mihir discusses his character's brief kissing scene, highlighting the importance of having an intimacy coordinator on set to ensure comfort for both actors (7:14-8:08). Mona describes the challenge of portraying a character who is torn between being a mother and her personal emotions, noting that sometimes "silence speaks so much" (8:09-9:25). Nostalgia Segment: The interview concludes with a lighthearted "this or that" game comparing 90s/80s pop culture items like Phantom cigarette chocolates vs. Boomer, Slam books, Rasna, and Tazos, showing the actors' fun personal preferences (9:26-12:11).