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Journalism of Courage
How did you start on the course to being a VJ?
I always had my sights set on the media. I have even done a few films in Canada. It was after I won the Miss India Canada title that I got a chance to join Channel V at Hong Kong. In the beginning, I anchored the news. Later, I was called to Mumbai where I hosted a few episodes of the Indian Top 10 .
How have you liked working in India?
India is an upcoming market but it has a long way to go yet. It is not ready for the same exposure as other Asian countries like Hong Kong. For instance, restrictions of timings were imposed at a recent rock show in Mumbai. Such instances send out negative signals to future performers.
As far as figures are concerned, there has been no new VJ at Channel V ever since I was chosen a year ago. Besides, I looked at my shift from Hong Kong to India as a new challenge. Not knowing where I will be next year is part of the wild, unpredictable life of this profession.
What does being a VJ mean to you?
VJing is a learning experience towards being a more positive person. We are hired to lift spirits and rock a crowd. The power and spirit required to spread enthusiasm is not something that everyone can do. The essence of a good VJ is the ability to bring out that energy under any circumstances.
So, how does a VJ manage to look spirited even when she/he might not be feeling that way?
That is the biggest challenge any VJ faces. To fit into the groove and constantly look good on TV means a total sacrifice of your moods. But that8217;s who I am. I love interacting with people.
Your plans for the future8230;
I have a lot of plans lined up with Channel V. I will be starting a new show with VJ Ranvir soon but that8217;s all I can reveal right now. At a later point in life, I would like to direct films.
What is your advice to young VJ wannabes?
The main accent for anyone interested in anchoring shows is to work on developing a positive attitude towards everything. It8217;s the one criterion that mere good looks cannot cover up for.
