COVER STORY

The Bold & The Beautiful Musskan Sethi is a versatile & talented actress known for her acting skills for Paisa Vasool, High End Yaariyaan and Raagala 24 Gantallo. She has 3 upcoming movies in the pipeline 2 Telugu movies Radha Krishna & Mahaprasthanam and 1 Hindi movie Kya Masti kya Dhoom.

Tell us something about yourself that many people don’t know about you? Musskan: I’m a very sensitive person. I open up gradually and have a hard time trusting people. I also have a crazy sense of humour once I am in my happy space.

How has been your journey in the films till now how did you get into acting & what are your current projects? Musskan: My journey has been fantastic. I feel blessed to achieve all that I have achieved. I was always fascinated with cinema since childhood. I have two Telegu films - Radha Krishna and Mahaprasthanam up for release on OTT this year. I also have my Bollywood movie - Kya Masti Kya Dhoom releasing soon on OTT as well.

“I love working out and eating right because it makes me feel good from within. I have my cheat days but I try to maintain a balance”

If you had to choose any other profession apart from acting what would that had been? Musskan: I would’ve chosen something related to wellness and skincare because I love indulging in good skincare. I would like to have my own skincare label. It could even be something related to nutrition. I could do something in healthy food and desserts. I’m a foodie. I love eating spicy food and have a big weakness for chocolate.

How do you deal with any kind of negativity how do you stay positive & mentally strong? Musskan: Film industry is very competitive and many times it takes a toll on your mental health. I stay positive by surrounding myself with my loved ones especially my family. I also love doing meditation, listening to spiritual music and talking to my friends. It makes my day a lot better.

You inspire everyone with your toned body tell us about your fitness regime & diet which you follow? Musskan: I love working out and eating right because it makes me feel good from within. I have my cheat days but I try to maintain a balance. I enjoy doing a mix of HIIT, Pilates and core workout. I mostly eat home food. My diet consists mainly of protein, veggies and bit of complex carbs. I avoid refined carbs and sodas.

What have you been binge-watching during the lockdown? Musskan: I love watching modern family. Whenever I’m feeling down, I watch it and I feel better. It’s my favourite show of all time. Also I enjoyed money heist, dynasty, schitt’s creek and she. Currently, I watched this documentary ‘Social Dilemma’ and it was interesting.

How was your lockdown how were you spending time, have you picked up a new skill during the lockdown? Musskan: I learnt baking because I have a sweet tooth. I tried to learn how to make healthy versions of cakes, muffins, brownies and all things I love. I also learnt some continental food like pasta, kebabs and sizzlers. I took some online courses related to luxury brand management and personal branding too.

3 things which you are eager to do which is in your bucket list since a very long time? Musskan: 1. I want to visit Australia and New Zealand. 2. I want to start my own beauty label. 3. I want to go deep-sea diving.

Have you pranked anyone or you’ve been pranked tell us 1 such incident which is unforgettable? Musskan: I used to get pranked on sets a lot. Once they told me my purse got lost. I panicked but it was hidden intentionally. That was on Paisa Vasool sets. Also, my younger brother is always playing pranks on me and secretly recording me.