Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh says he draws inspiration from his Bajirao Mastani co-stars; from actress Priyanka Chopra’s versatility and Deepika Padukone’s work ethic.
The period drama is out in the UAE on December 17.
“I am very proud of Priyanka, she is doing a great job with Quantico [American TV series]. She went to a new industry and is getting success there with her show,” Singh said when asked about the qualities of his two co-stars.
“I think Kashi Bai [Chopra’s role in Bajirao Mastani] is a testament to Priyanka’s versatility,” he said.
“She is a rare performer and a very fine artist. I am allured towards actors who show versatility and range. Priyanka has shown different kind of range by playing different characters. Hats off to her versatility, it inspires me,” he said.
Singh, who is rumoured to be dating Padukone, was full of praise for her work ethic. “I like Deepika’s work ethics, they are unparalleled. She can multitask. She is a thorough professional and a very generous actor,” he said.
“I think one can completely surrender and submit, and you know things will be great. She is connected to you as a co-actor. When you are acting with Deepika, you are on a good wicket,” he said.
Chopra and Singh were at a promotional event for Bajirao Mastani in Mumbai where the latter performed on the Malhari song, while Chopra danced on Pinga.
“The song Pinga is very difficult. Hats off to the ladies [Chopra and Padukone], they have done a great job,” he said. The admiration seemed mutual, with Chopra, who worked with Singh on Singh on Gunday, Dil Dhadakne Do and Ram Leela, saying: “It [Singh’s energy] is inspiring. Ranveer and I share a comfort level, we fight but have mutual respect and share a great camaraderie,” she said.
About Padukone, who wasn’t at the event, Chopra said: “I miss my partner in crime. She is busy doing Tamasha [Padukone’s latest release]. I couldn’t have asked for a better partner.”
