But affirms that she can't choose between acting and singing; that they go hand-in-hand

Shruti Haasan looks unrecognisable dressed in a rock-punk style. Her tresses are curled, there is lots of chunky jewellery and a tattoo on her shoulder so distinct from her look in her debut flick, Luck. The star daughter begins to touch up on her make-up as she grumbles about living in a hotel. "Finding a house of my own in Mumbai is proving to be tough", she moans as she begins her first interview of the day to promote her film. Excerpts...

Shruti Haasan. pics/ Pradeep Dhivar

How did Luck come to you?
I was considering a number of scripts and since Imran and I have been friends, he mentioned the film. When he talked about the character, it felt right for me. He asked me if I wanted to hear the script. And Soham met me and I was convinced that I had to play this role because he was so clear about it and he really had the vision for the whole project.

Are you happy with your work in Luck?
Yes! But there is always more you want to do. It is really nice.