Mirzapur 3: Neha Sargam Reveals Parents' Concern Over Her Saloni Bhabhi Role

Neha Sargam, who plays Saloni Bhabhi in the hit series Mirzapur, recently opened up about her parents' reaction to her role. In an interview on the podcast Digital Commentary, Neha shared that her parents were initially concerned about her involvement in the series because they preferred she take on cleaner roles.

Meeting the Makers

Before signing on for Mirzapur Season 2, Neha Sargam watched the first season to understand the show's tone. She recalled meeting co-director Gurmmeet Singh and co-creator Puneet Krishna, who explained her character's arc. During the discussion, Neha requested that her role remain clean, as her parents had advised her to choose roles that were more family-friendly. The creators laughed off her request but assured her that her role would be portrayed well in Season 2.

Challenges with Intimate Scenes

Neha also discussed her initial discomfort with the intimate scenes in Mirzapur Season 3. She revealed that after learning about these scenes, she felt overwhelmed and questioned if the creators were making the right choices. Despite her reservations, she went ahead with the role, understanding that it was part of the character's development.

Role and Pairing

In Mirzapur, Neha Sargam was paired with Vijay Varma, who played the dual roles of twin brothers Bharat Tyagi and Shatrughan Tyagi. Neha's character, Bharat's wife, is central to the series' plot in both Seasons 2 and 3.

Neha's candid discussion about her role highlights the complexities actors face when balancing professional opportunities with personal values and family expectations.