Urmila Srabanti Kar has decided to take a break after being active in the industry for the past 12 years. She set foot in the world of showbusiness through Lux Channel i Superstar 2009, and has worked in innumerable TV shows ever since.

She chats with The Daily Star regarding her decision, and reminisces about her puja holidays.

How has these 12 years been for you?

I can't believe it has already been a decade that I have been in this industry. I have acted in many TV serials, and received everyone's admiration. From my colleagues in the industry to the viewers, everyone loves me. This is what I appreciate the most.

I cherish my identity as an artiste, but I believe it is time for a much-needed break. I am not giving up on acting, I just need a breather.

Why did you decide on this so abruptly?

I love acting, but I am tired of being offered the same stories, and the same roles. I found myself longing for something different. I don't want to name any names, and I say this with all due respect, but I have been portraying the same characters in the past few months and I am not enjoying this anymore. This is what pushed me to make this decision.

I need a break, and some space for myself.

You are a two-time elected leader of the Actors' Equity election campaign. How has the organisation been supporting other artistes?

Actors' Equity Bangladesh exists to support artistes. We have been involved with charitable work in the past, and we plan to keep up with it. You have noticed how the organisation have helped out fellow artistes from the association during the pandemic.

We are always looking for ways to be of help. We want to take up more initiatives in the future.

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Puja celebrates Bijoya Dashami with family and friends

Durga Puja is coming to an end soon.

Yes, the puja festivities are always joyous, but not for me. It reminds me of my late father. I lost Baba a few years back, in the midst of these festivities. Durga Puja now only reminds me of Baba's absence. I miss him immensely. I remember how he took me to visit Tangail one last time, when he was around. He bought me 22 sarees!

I have many fond memories about Durga Puja, but I keep going back to the last ones that I got to spent with him.