Pratiksha Rai on Her Exit from Vasudha
Pratiksha Rai on Her Exit from Vasudha
Actress Pratiksha Rai, who gained immense popularity for her role as Karishma in the hit television drama Vasudha, recently left her fans emotional after announcing her departure from the show through a heartfelt social media post. Her exit sparked a wave of reactions online, with viewers expressing how much they would miss her commanding screen presence — even if her character was one that often drew strong emotions.
Playing Karishma: A Transformative Experience
Reflecting on her journey, Pratiksha called Karishma one of the most demanding and emotionally intense characters she has ever portrayed.
“Karishma was a very layered role — one of the toughest I’ve played. She taught me how emotions like pain, jealousy, and fear can shape a person. As an actor, it was a huge challenge to make people dislike her yet understand her at the same time,” Pratiksha shared.
Despite Karishma’s negative traits, Pratiksha admitted that the character grew close to her heart.
“Even though she wasn’t the ‘good’ one, I loved playing her. The cast and crew became like family, and we created so many beautiful memories behind the scenes. Saying goodbye felt like leaving behind a part of myself,” she said.
Pratiksha Rai on Her Exit from Vasudha
Decoding Karishma’s Grey Shades
According to Pratiksha, Karishma’s personality wasn’t born from malice but molded by her experiences.
“She wasn’t evil for the sake of it — her choices came from betrayal and insecurity. What I admired most about her was her fearlessness. She said what others were afraid to, and that made her powerful in her own way,” she explained.
The actress also observed how audiences often remember complex characters the most.
“Negative characters have a strange way of staying with people. Their flaws make them human, and that’s what connects with viewers,” Pratiksha added.
Pratiksha Rai on Her Exit from Vasudha
“Hate Is the Biggest Compliment”
While some viewers expressed anger toward Karishma’s actions, Pratiksha takes it as a mark of success.
“I’ve received a lot of backlash for Karishma’s behavior, but I take that as a compliment. It means I played her convincingly. When the audience reacts — whether with love or hate — it shows you’ve made an impact,” she said with a smile.
Looking Ahead
As she steps into a new chapter, Pratiksha hopes to explore roles with emotional and psychological depth.
“I’m open to all kinds of characters, positive or negative. What matters to me is truth and emotion. Every shade of human behavior deserves to be represented,” she concluded.
With her nuanced approach to acting and passion for storytelling, Pratiksha Rai continues to prove that true artistry lies not in playing likable characters, but in portraying real ones.
Pratiksha Rai on Her Exit from Vasudha
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