In a freewheeling chat with indiaglitz, Sadha talks about her over-a-decade journey in showbiz, small screen stint and Kollywood comeback.

You've been for over 10 years in showbiz… how did it change you as a person?

The best thing is that it hasn't changed me as a person which I think is better. Even if I don't get work, I'm still happy with the way things go. So not changing as a person while being in the industry is difficult bit I think I've managed to do that.

How was the journey while working in multiple industries?

I don't come from a filmi background, so when I stepped into the showbiz my only focus was on work and make a mark for myself. Money and glamor that are part of the industry never attracted me. I love to dance and I was a good dancer from my childhood and acting took over from there. The only difference I found when working in other industries was language, barring that, I could not find any other variation and it's been a wonderful journey so far and hoping that it continues… (smiles).

You took a 3 years break from Kollywood ? Is that a conscious attempt ?

Actors probably think a lot before taking up a project but I always try and pick up the scripts (amongst the ones that come my way) I enjoy the most. I do think a lot when the director and production house is new because I'm skeptical whether they make the film and release it in time. But when Eli' (Tamil film) came my way, I went for it because the production house was strong; they had a proper plan over the release, and I was also very impressed with the director.

The second thing that excited me to take up the project was the film is set in 1960's backdrop. It's rare that you get a role like that in these days. And of-course, the film has two songs shot on me – one was a cabaret dance and the other one was a rehash of the cult song – Mere Sapno Ki Rani Kab Aayegi Tu - So shooting for such a song was like an icing on the cake.

How fascinating it is working in small screen ?

Honestly, DJ (Dhee Juniors) has been the best experience of my life so far. I will not rate this with anything else. I was skeptical initially getting into small screen because people relate you to TV but I'm so glad and happy that I took this up. The entire atmosphere on the sets gives me so much happiness and I go back smiling and I await the next schedule so desperately. This is something that has not happened to me for any of my films so far and I'm quite enjoying the stint.

Any regrets on missing out on your college life

I scored 92% in my 12th standard and I got an admission in an Engineering college in IT branch and that too on merit. And when director Teja offered me a film in Telugu (Jayam) I decided that showbiz is where I want to get into and since then I did not look back. But I'm happy with whatever I had and no regrets.

Are you seeing anybody ?

Unfortunately I don't have anything interesting to offer on that particular side, but when things come up, I would be glad to announce something. I'm telling people around me if there's anyone good, please introduce' (smiles).

How do you chill out during leisure ?

I hardly chill out. When I'm at home I do a lot for animals. I keep rescuing kitten, puppies, and pigeons in distress and bring them home and treat them. I'm not the kind of person to hang out at pubs and nightlife because I find it a waste of time. I can't do things that will not give me any satisfaction.

Who are your friends in the industry?

I don't think I have any friends in the industry. I hardly catch up with anybody. Once I'm done with the film I don't stay in touch with any of the crew, so that's how I am. I have a very few friends but they are not from the industry.