Look at Ayushmann, VJs make excellent actors: Shenaz Treasuryvala

She was one of the earliest among the popular Video Jockeys (VJ) to make a shift to Bollywood. Now as names like Ayushmann Khurrana and Rannvijay are taking the trend forward, Shenaz Treasuryvala says VJs make excellent actors, given their confidence to face the camera.

"I think VJs make excellent actors as we are not camera-shy and already have confidence. It's all under the blanket of being an on-screen personality," Shenaz told in an email interview.

Shenaz used to anchor music show "MTV'S Most Wanted" for many years, before she made a move to Bollywood with Ken Ghosh's 2003 movie "Ishq Vishk". After that she featured in films like "Radio" and "Delhi Belly".

The 31-year-old will now be seen in romantic comedy "Main Aur Mr. Right", in which she plays the role of a perfectionist looking for her 'Mr. Right'.

Shenaz feels every girl will be able to relate to the story.

"Most girls, no matter how practical, independent, mature or modern they claim to be, cannot let go of the teenage girl inside them... the girl who's grown up on Shah Rukh Khan or Tom Hanks's films.

"Somewhere inside us, we are all dreaming of a man to sweep us off our feet and ride us away into the sunset on a big black horse. So I think women of all ages can relate to the movies," she added.

Asked if she is equally choosy in her real life as well, she said: "Not as much as my character. She takes picky to another level. I feel that no man is going to be perfect and check all the boxes so I need to pick my top five and go with a man who fulfills those."

Directed by Adeeb Rais, "Main Aur Mr. Right" also marks the debut of TV actor Barun Sobti. The film's release date is not yet finalised.

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I am receiving hate mail

Shenaz Treasurywala talks about why co-star and telly actor Barun Sobti’s female fans hate her 

While in the daytime Shenaz Treasurywala is working hard on the sets of her new film, helmed by Adeeb Rais, she spends her free time keeping a constant watch behind her back.

Reason being that the VJ-turned-actress feels her life is in danger, thanks to her co-star Barun Sobti’s female fans. 

Before Barun signed the film, there was strong buzz that he might leave his TV show to be free for the Bollywood project. The actor allegedly has a very big fan following and as a result his fans targeted Shenaz for venting their ire. 
Shenaz says, “I have received hate mails from his crazy fans accusing me of taking Barun away from them! They are upset about him leaving his TV show. But in fact, he has not exited the show.” 

The actress is now scared about her wellbeing. She says, “These girls are mad. They can go to any extend for Barun. They are madly in love with him and they hate me.”

While stating that Barun is a happily married man, she adds, “He is so sweet. In fact, I too want a guy for myself who will take care of me just like Barun does for his wife.”

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Shenaz wants another Aamir Khan film on her birthday

Usually people are excited about their birthdays but not Shenaz Treasurywala, who celebrates her birthday today

“I feel the pressure to have a good day,” she laughs. As for her birthday gift, the actress has a long wish list. She tells CS, “More than anything else, I want my own home as I have spent too many years living and working around the globe.

It should ideally be in Manhattan and only I can give it to myself. I also want peace, love, success and to continue being a working actor in India and the US. Another Aamir Khan film would be a good gift too!” (winks)

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