Kubbra Sait has a professional rule, she doesn’t limit herself to projects based on their platform or commercial standing. “I allow life and profession to surprise me,” says the actress.

In Amritsar some time back, speaking to us Kubbra said, “For 14 years I have been visiting The Golden Temple, Amritsar with the same friend.” She added, “When I moved to Mumbai in 2010, I had heard about a friend’s experience of The Golden Temple, and how humbling it is. I also queue up with the others for darshan. It is that part of the year when I give time to my faith. Of course, the food in Amritsar is great! I return with my stomach and heart full.”

Reflecting on her acting journey, Kubbra, who has done Sacred Games and films like Sultan and Gully Boy, says she is not tied to the platform. “Though when you get a good script platform doesn’t matter, the thing with OTT is that in one shot it delivers in 190 countries.”

She added, “In the five years since I became an actor, I’m getting the kind of work I’ve been hungry for. Whether it was my role as Phara Keaen in the Hollywood sci-fi show Foundation, or my next film Deva, an action thriller. As an actor, you keep waiting for good scripts and when you get them, you don’t shy away, no matter if it’s a digital or theatrical release.”

However, Kubbra wishes theatrical films could adapt and borrow from OTT. “In a two-hour theatrical film, the characters will be smaller compared to an 8-hour project on OTT long format,” she said, adding, “If films followed OTT, they could add more contemporary value, but unfortunately the process of filmmaking has remained unchanged.”

Commenting on her body of work she said, “I keep my eyes open and don’t let anyone else run my career. I am very proud of my roles, and accept everything, including criticism. After all, we are in such a great time in Indian cinema when films are being led by women. Kudos to the filmmakers who have the courage to give such films a chance, without underestimating the intellect of our audiences.”