Adrija Roy has been steadily radiating her charm, grace and poise as a performer, having won hearts and grown in the minds of audiences, with every role she has taken up. As Raahi in Star Plus and Rajan Shahi’s Anupamaa, Adrija has certainly shown her class as a performer.
We at IWMBuzz.com talk exclusively with Adrija, where she elaborates on her graph as a performer, her strengths and on finding immense inspiration on the sets of Anupamaa from seniors like Rupali Ganguly.
The love that I have received makes me feel like I have truly arrived in the hearts of the audience.
Read on.
You have been amply rewarded with substantial roles in the last few years, with Imlie, Kundali Bhagya, and now Anupamaa. How would you define this high phase in your professional life?
Honestly, I feel extremely grateful. Every project I have been a part of has taught me something new and allowed me to explore a different side of myself as an actor. Since my debut with the show Durga aur Charu where I played Charu, I see it as a beautiful journey of growth. This phase feels like validation for all the hard work, auditions, and late nights that went into getting here, and it motivates me to keep pushing myself further.
Do you have an idol or inspiration from whom you draw your motivation and energy to perform consistently well?
I have always drawn inspiration from strong women in the industry who bring depth and authenticity to their work. I deeply admire actors like Kangana Ranaut and Deepika Padukone for their craft and honesty on screen. And now, working closely with Rupali Ganguly, I have the privilege of observing her discipline, spontaneity, and emotional range every day. She’s become a huge inspiration for me.
Consistency and screen presence are attributes that we have consistently noticed in every role you have taken on. Have you been told about it? What is your take on it?
Yes, I have been told that quite often, and it truly means a lot to me. For me, consistency comes from sincerity. I give my 100% to every shot, no matter how big or small. I believe that screen presence isn’t something you can fake; it comes when you are emotionally invested in your character. So, if people are noticing that, I take it as a sign that my honesty is translating on screen.
How have you grown as a performer till now, with the opportunities you have got?
I think every role has shaped me in its own way. Imlie taught me the importance of emotional intensity. Anupamaa is teaching me balance between subtlety and power. I have grown not just technically but emotionally as well. I have learned how to listen, react, and flow with the moment instead of just performing lines.
What has been your career-defining moment till now?
Being a part of Anupamaa definitely feels like a defining chapter in my career. It’s one of the biggest shows on Indian television, and to play Anupamaa’s daughter, Raahi, is both a responsibility and a blessing. The love I have received since the show started airing has been overwhelming, and it feels like I have truly arrived in the hearts of the audience.
What has Anupamaa given you as a performer? Elaborate.
Anupamaa has given me a sense of depth and emotional honesty as a performer. The writing and the emotional graph of my character push me to stay vulnerable and truthful in front of the camera. It has also given me the chance to share screen space with incredible actors who constantly raise the bar, especially Rupali ma’am. Every day on set is a masterclass.
What is the attribute that you have imbibed from the class performer Rupali Ganguly?
Rupali ma’am’s biggest strength is her ability to stay present and connected to the emotion of the moment. She doesn’t just act; she feels. I have learned from her how to make even a small scene impactful just by being real. Another thing I have imbibed is her positivity and warmth on set. She treats everyone with kindness, which makes the environment so healthy and creative.
How would you define your onscreen and offscreen rapport with Rupali?
Onscreen, our bond as mother and daughter feels very organic. It’s full of love, understanding, and those little unspoken emotions that make a relationship real. Our offscreen bond is like a real mother-daughter one. She’s like my elder sister, and she says we are the same. I mean, our thought processes and predictions match. I call her Rupali Mummy offscreen.
What are the goals ahead for the actor in you?
I want to keep evolving. I want to take up roles that challenge me, that make me uncomfortable, that force me to grow. Whether it’s television, OTT, or films, I just want to keep telling stories that matter. The goal is to stay passionate, stay grounded, and never lose the joy that brought me into acting in the first place.
