Regina Cassandra Instagram – Posted @withregram • @cosmoindia In Her Element: Regina Cassandra In a candid chat with Cosmo India Editor Nandini Bhalla, actor Regina Cassandra (@reginaacassandraa) talks about her Zee5 series Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke, her most cherished characters on-screen, how gratitude has helped her immensely, and more. ⠀⠀ Editor: Nandini Bhalla (@nandinibhalla) Photograph: and Krishna Sandesh ( @wavingflag.26 ) Styling: Navya Niranjan and Divya Niranjan (@stylebynavyaanddivya) Make-up: Jenifer Antonio ( @jenimakeupartist07 ) Hair: Drishya Poddar (@hairbydrishya) Excerpts from the interview: Nandini Bhalla: How would those close to you describe you? Regina Cassandra: “Some of my friends call me the mother of the group because I tend to be overprotective of the people I love. But they’d also describe me as aloof because I don’t like to get attached to anyone or anything. I can’t be in a codependent relationship with anyone in my life, be it platonically or romantically. NB: What brings you joy and what makes you sad? RC: “I practice gratitude because I think I am very lucky. I am grateful for the blessings I have received. I set an alarm before every meal and I thank the Universe for all that I have. When I began praying, it felt fake, but with constant practice, it became a part of my routine and I eased into it. Now, when things don’t go my way, I take it in my stride, and I sit down with my feelings to deduce what hurts me.” NB: What kind of roles do you want to essay? RC: “I have realised that I like playing the ‘bad girl’…it is refreshing to play characters like that. I can’t pinpoint a particular genre that I am attracted to, but I want to tell good stories. I’d love to work with good filmmakers who believe I’d be able to pull off strong roles.” Regina is wearing an Abstract Shapes and Ostrich Jacket with Circular Skirt and Corset, @shahinmannan; Jigsaw Earrings, @houseofshikha; Aubree Cat Eye Sunglasses, @thetintedstory #ReginaCassandra #CosmoIndia #CosmopolitanIndia