Indraxi Kanjilal Talks Laughter, Comedy, and the Importance of Joy in Life.

Actress Indraxi Kanjilal, known for her role as Prarthana in Pushpa Impossible, shares her thoughts on the importance of laughter and its role in her life. In a candid conversation, she discusses the challenges of balancing emotions as an actor and why humor is essential both on and off screen.

The Role of Laughter in Acting

For Indraxi, laughter is crucial in her acting career. “As an actor, I go through many emotions—sometimes I’m crying, other times I’m shouting or laughing,” she says. “Laughter helps lighten the mood and allows me to relax. It’s a necessary break from the emotional intensity of acting.”

Overcoming Life’s Challenges with Humor

Indraxi admits that maintaining laughter in daily life can be tough. “Life’s pressures, like work stress or social expectations, can make it hard to smile,” she says. “A few years ago, I was in a dark place and found myself smiling only out of politeness. Many people, especially students, can relate to the weight of peer pressure and stress.”

Finding Humor Within

Despite challenges, Indraxi finds strength in her own humor. “I’ve realized that my biggest inspiration for comedy is myself,” she shares. “My family knows I have a great sense of humor. Making my father laugh, who’s usually serious, is a big achievement for me. Laughter comes from within. If I don’t feel it inside, I can’t laugh genuinely.”

The Difficulty of Comedy Roles

Indraxi finds comic roles more challenging than serious ones. “Comedy requires perfect timing. It’s not just acting—it’s about making others laugh,” she explains. “Even with a funny script, it doesn’t always work. It’s much harder to be the comic relief in a serious role.”

She praises actors like Akshay Kumar and Bharti Singh for their flawless comedic timing. “Only a few actors can make people laugh so easily,” she adds.

A Personal Take on Dark Comedy

Indraxi prefers light-hearted humor over dark comedy. “Laughter should come from joy, not from making others feel bad,” she says. “True laughter uplifts people, and dark comedy often does the opposite.