Vedika Bhandari reveals how her parents supported her dreams

Actress Vedika Bhandari, who recently played the role of Tara in the nine-episode drama series Indori Ishq, says her parents were her biggest strength when she decided to take up acting after leaving chartered accountancy. The actress has previously been a part of shows like Sanjeevani, Kasam Tere Pyaar Ki besides Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Dream Girl.

She told, “When I was a child, my mother used to take me for auditions. Although I had done a few assignments at that time, I decided to focus on completing my basic education before delving deeper into the profession later.

She said that when I grew up, these thoughts disappeared from my mind, but when I started doing chartered accountancy, I slowly felt that it was my job to perform as an actress. I was progressing in my studies but my heart was beating for something else.
Vedika said finally I spoke to my parents about it and they easily let me pursue my dreams. I took a course in acting at the New York Film Academy. After returning to India, I also completed a course at Anupam Kher’s Academy, Actor Prepares. My parents encouraged me when I was auditioning for work. After the first show, I never looked back.

When asked about her preparation for the role of heartbroken Tara in Indori Ishq, Vedika said, “It was very difficult for me to believe that someone can be so cruel to their lover. I was shocked when I read the last episode of Indori Ishq. My mother told me not to get too personal about it. Also director Samit Kakkar helped me understand and believe that I am Tara.