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In her career spanning only 6 years, Nusraat Faria has worked in 18 films. She has shared the screen with stars like Shakib Khan, Jeet and Ankush Hazra – and is a popular on both sides of the border.

In a candid chat with The Daily Star, Nusraat Faria talks about her current plans, upcoming releases, and more.

You had kept away from shooting during the coronavirus pandemic. The release of your much awaited 'Operation Sundarban' was also halted due to the lockdowns. What are you currently busy with?

Three of my films, "Operation Sundarban", "Dhaka 2040" and "Patal Ghor" are waiting for theatrical releases. The productions are of varying genres and I had to work very hard while opting to extensive research for these projects.

I had to hold back for a while as I was busy preparing for my LLB finals. I intend to start shooting for films by the end of October.

You are currently appearing in a lot of advertisements and TV commercials. Are you looking to endorse a brand anytime soon?

I had signed to become the brand ambassador for the popular e-commerce platform Chaldal in March, and am currently shooting for their commercials. I will also be seen promoting Berger in the upcoming days.

Other than these two, I have signed up with some other noted brands too, but I cannot announce their names as I am under a non-disclosure agreement.

Did you recently shoot for any film in Tollywood?

I am waiting for the release of my upcoming Kolkata-based film "Bhoy". I will also be shooting for "Bibaho Obhijaan 2". "Bibaho Obhijaan", the first release of this production, had received a warm response from the audience, and I am sure that my fans enjoy the sequel too.

The emergence of OTT platforms has managed to create a new and much appreciated medium for the entertainment industry. Have you taken up any OTT based project recently?

My first OTT release, the Zee5 original "Jodi Kintu Tobuo" directed by Shihab Shaheen, was much appreciated. I now see filmmakers developing an inclination towards more serious genres like crime thrillers or murder mysteries. However, I love rom-coms.

I will be finishing my final exams on November 5, and wish to take up a rom-com OTT production as soon as I am done. I believe, we should give out audience light-hearted content which will keep them positive in such perilous times.