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Himani Shivpuri hails from Bhatwani village (Previously known as Chamoli) is a graduate in Science, because of her main interest in acting she took admission in the National Acting Institute in Delhi. Himani Shivpuri from the stage actress in Delhi achieved her desire of acting in Hindi films. Himani Shivpuri is seen in almost all the films of most famous productions house like “Rajshri’s Production” are one of the few names. She works for movies more than Televisions serials.
The recently taken interview of Hemani Shivpuri at her residence at Jogeshwari (East) by Sunil Kukreti sounds interesting….
How do you consider your attachment with Uttaranchal?
I was born in Uttaranchal and have spent my whole childhood and teenage at this beautiful place. My family is based there. My father stays in Mysore and brother is working in ONGC at Dehradun. So I am attached to Uttaranchal like a person is attached to their home. Uttranchal is my home.
How are your memories about Bhatwadi Village?
I have been to this place many times during my childhood. During summer vacations I used to get opportunity to visit this place. I still remember I loved doing grass thrashing over there, like the other women’s and girls did. I used to also steal jaggary and sugar from the sack and eat them. It was real fun . There are still many more such memories and mischief’s I did at that time are still fresh in my mind. I really miss those memories.
How do you describe the people of Uttaranchal?
They are good! They are a bit lazy! In fact by coming to Mumbai we have not done anything for Uttaranchal. We work with great dedication, honesty and respect. Our state (Uttaranchal) has been poor. Now we can only make it prosperous. Yes, the “Garhwali” and “ Kumauni” attitude has to be destroyed completely. If they continue to fight amongst themselves then it’s difficult to decide the future of Uttaranchal.
What to you see the most in terms of beauty in Uttaranchal?
I have been to many places abroad like Switzerland, New Zealand etc for my film shots, but I believe the magnificent beauty of Uttaranchal cannot be found anywhere.
Which place would you like to go in Uttaranchal?
Dehradun and Mussoorie are the world’s two most beautiful places according to me. The rivers, forests, mountains… I find them beautiful. Even here in Mumbai I have taken a house, which is near the mountains and has a good views.
What are your views about the New State Uttaranchal?
I was happy when it was declared as a separate State hoping many things would happen. The roads were broadened etc., nothing much happened after that. In fact I think about it sitting away from the place, it doesn’t help either. I have strong hopes for the development of Uttaranchal.
If you get an opportunity would you be interested to be in the politics and become one of the ministers of Uttranchal?
I have many dreams that I will do something in my field and for my state, but destiny brought me to Mumbai from Delhi. The dreams are still incomplete, Lets see if I get an opportunity I shall do something for my state.
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