13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: Child actress Aashriya Mishra ties a friendship band to Bollywood actress Kajol; says ‘Meeting her was magical'
Child actress Aashriya Mishra, widely loved for her role as Chutki in Chhota Bheem, recently had a heartwarming encounter with Bollywood icon
Kajol
. The meeting turned into a memorable moment when Aashriya tied a friendship band on Kajol's wrist, marking the beginning of a special bond between the two.
Sharing her excitement, Aashriya said, 'Meeting her was magical... It was during an event where she was present to promote her upcoming film. I got the opportunity to meet her. She was kind and humble. She actually allowed me to tie a friendship band on her wrist, in front of everyone, and accepted me as her little friend. I feel blessed that she agreed to become my friend and I will respect and cheer this relationship, the moment all my life.
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Aashriya, who has also featured in shows like Choti Sardarni and Namak Issk Ka, spoke fondly about being a lifelong fan of Kajol's work. 'I have watched many of her films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, DDLJ, Baazigar, Karan Arjun, Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Dushman, and not to forget Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. She is my all-time favourite,' she shared.
On drawing inspiration from the actress, she added, 'I am inspired by her charm, confidence, and unfiltered personality, both on and off screen. She's honest, expressive, and emotionally engaging. I always appreciate her fearlessness and authenticity. I wish to grow up like her — so bindaas. I watch her and try to act like her, with those beautiful expressions. As an actor, I always considered her as my motivation.
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Aashriya has also appeared in films like Tarla, OMG 2, and Chhota Bheem and the Curse of Damyaan, building an impressive resume at a young age — now with a cherished memory with Kajol to inspire her journey.