Trolls can never dim my creativity, says Monami

The metal dress you wore at the recent Filmfare Awards was much talked about and many even trolled you for that. What do you have to say?
Internationally, the metal outfit is much in vogue. I dared to do it here and it was customised and made by an artist. We are creating something new, something outrageous and unique. About trolling I have only one thing to say... Kuch To Log Kahenge, Logo Ka Kaam Hai Kehna! I only focus on positive things in life.

How much time, thought and effort do you put into each of your public appearances?
If it is an important event, my team puts in a lot of effort so that I stand out. Each time I make a special public appearance wearing something different, I know it gets people talking. It proves that I am doing something out-of-the-box and that’s the whole point.


The print had a story to tell
All of us have seen saris with pattachitra – the spectacular folk artform from Odhisa– but, a western gown with pattachitra wasn’t a common sight. The gown has a story to tell through the pattachitra and it was put together by an artist from Purulia. While many appreciated it, there were a few who wrote stuff like ‘Ekta mach debe, khabo’ as the gown featured fish motifs.

Love to grab eyeballs
I wanted to wear a mirrorwork dress on a dance reality show, but couldn’t because of reflection issues. It seemed perfect for a red carpet.

It’s a tribute to the Bengal’s artisans
I was performing on Tapa Tini and I wanted to wear something that talked about Bengal’s heritage and we came up with the idea of a jute sari. It was my tribute to the talented Bengal artisans.

People may or may not accept a new style. I can’t lose my sleep over it, because it’ll block my own creativity: Monami