Reuniting with Abhay Deol on screen 12 years after 'Dev.D' was an emotional moment for her, reveals actor Mahie Gill. The actress shares share screen space with Deol in the upcoming war-drama web series '1962: The War In The Hills'.
Abhay Deol plays an Army officer called Major Suraj Singh, while Mahie plays his wife Shagun.
Speaking about the same, Mahie told IANS, "I have always wanted to work with him but unfortunately there was nothing coming our way. Abhay Deol is my first hero and he is an extremely talented actor. I really got very emotional after I learned that Abhay is playing the character of Major Suraj Singh. At the same time, I was very excited also."
Mahie further added, "Working with him again was a wonderful experience and we have a good understanding. He is not only a good actor but also helpful towards co-actors and makes them feel comfortable."
Opening up on her character in the Mahesh Manjrekar directorial, Mahie said, "Shagun has been a very emotional journey for me. She is very brave but at the same time, she knows that Army life is very demanding and her husband Major Suraj Singh is a soldier first. She is a very strong woman and goes through a lot of pain in life but always puts up a brave front."
The character holds a special place in Mahie's heart because her grandfather was in the Armed forces.
"My grandfather was in the army and I have a lot of friends who are in the Army. I have observed them closely, their courage and mindset. I`m very passionate about the armed forces. All these helped me play the role of an Army officer`s wife. This role is very special to me," the actress shared.
Mahie is actively working in OTT platforms and feels it provides good work for actors.
