Bhumika Gurung on playing Sara Sethi in Itti Si Khushi: What instantly drew me to Sara was her “boss lady” energy

In Itti Si Khushi as Virat (Rajat Verma) and Anvita’s (Sumbul Touqeer Khan) bond grows stronger, the entry of Sara Sethi, played by Bhumika Gurung, has begun to stir things up. Sara comes in with a clear intention to win Virat over and her character will bring a new layer of tension to their equation. In a candid chat, Bhumika Gurung talks about understanding Sara’s mindset and playing a character who acts with clear intent. She also shares what makes this grey role different and her experience of bringing a stronger negative character to life on screen.

What about the show or the role instantly caught your attention?

When I was approached for the role what instantly drew me to Sara was her “boss lady” energy. It’s something I feel every girl has within her, but it doesn’t always come to the surface. Sara owns that power unapologetically. The aura she carries of being strong, confident, and a little intimidating was very exciting for me as an actor to explore.

What makes Sara different from the characters you’ve portrayed before?

Sara is different because she is not acting just for love or to break relationships. She acts because of her past hurt and feeling unappreciated. She gave her all to a relationship but didn’t receive the love and respect she deserved. Now, she’s someone who has come back stronger, determined to reclaim what she believes is rightfully hers. That emotional layering makes her very different from anything I’ve done before.

Any particular scene or moment that challenged you the most?

I wouldn’t say it was challenging in a difficult way, but it’s definitely been exciting. Characters like Sara give you a lot of scope to perform and experiment. There are multiple layers to her personality, and that makes every scene interesting because you’re constantly exploring new shades.

How has your experience been shooting with Rajat and Sumbul so far?

It’s been a really fun and comfortable experience. We all get along very well on set. There’s a great energy among us. Everyone brings their own vibe, and that makes the atmosphere very lively. Working with Rajat and Sumbul has been especially enjoyable. They have been extremely warm and welcoming.