We are in love

Diana Hayden on why she avoids parties and adores Rajeev Singh

What’s up?
I’m leaving for Spain to co-host the Laureus sports awards. That’s actually the Oscars of sports, I’m extremely proud to represent India there.

I was also the judge at the Miss Universe contest. For the first time, nine ex-Miss Universes were judging the contest. I’ve also bought a flat in Bandra, I’m doing up it’s interiors. So, yeah, life’s pretty cool.

But you’re hardly doing any films.
I’m being extremely careful about the roles I’ve had a terrible experience with my debut film Ab Bas.

What went wrong?
I had some reservations with the way it was marketed. If Ab Bas had been promoted differently, it would have been something else. I’m very very proud of my performance, I’m extremely proud of the reviews that I got.

Are you cut out for Mumbai showbiz?
After becoming Miss Universe in 1997, I concentrated on the commitments which are a part of the campaign. When I joined the film industry, I hardly knew anyone. It helps if you’re a part of a camp.

Are you into television anymore?
No, my contract to host the Biography programme on the National Geographic channel has come to an end. Right now, I’m not doing any more TV.

Why aren’t you seen and heard more often?
That’s because I may be a social person but I hate networking. I don’t party, I’d rather read a book.

Are you still with (model-actor) Rajeev Singh?
We’re very very happy to be together. It’s my private side, I’ve nothing to hide. He’s a fantastic guy and we are in love.

What happened to your film Adaa?
The last thing I know is that the producers were having  some financial problems. Perhaps the project has been shelved.