BGPH’s Vidisha Srivastava personally does her makeup!

#VidishaSrivastava, known as ‘#GoriMem’ in &TV’s #BhabijiGharParHai, is admired for her stylish portrayal of #AnitaBhabi. Notably, Vidisha, who portrays Anita, personally does her makeup. She believes less is more, opting for subtle makeup to enhance the onscreen persona. According to her, subtle makeup brings out natural features, conceals imperfections, and results in a fresh, glowing look. Vidisha’s impeccable makeup skills and styling often earn her compliments.

Elaborating on her makeup and styling, Vidisha Srivastava, aka Anita Bhabi, enthusiastically shares, “I frequently receive compliments for my portrayal of Anita Bhabi. When I’m out, people approach me, praising my chemistry with Vibhuti (Aasif Sheikh) and Tiwari Ji (Rohitashv Gour). Many young girls admire my appearance on the show, often asking about my makeup routine and the sarees I wear. Such praises bring me joy. Surprisingly, many are unaware I do my makeup, taking only twenty minutes to achieve the desired look. While Anita’s strength lies in her robust personality, applying makeup accentuates my features. Despite the production team offering makeup artists, I prefer taking charge. For me, doing makeup and styling my hair is almost therapeutic. I steer clear of heavy foundations, maintain thick eyebrows, and avoid overdoing the makeup, letting the attire speak for itself. The pivotal factor in my makeover is accentuating my eyebrows and generously applying mascara. I believe that for any artist, the eyes talk louder than words. My makeup revolves around natural tones, using nude shades to enhance my features subtly. A neutral shimmer adds a glossy touch to my natural skin tone. Over the years, I’ve incorporated interesting makeup hacks, like mixing argan oil into my foundation for a radiant effect on camera. Being versatile in portraying characters, makeup is an essential element that completes the look and brings a fun dimension to each persona. Even in childhood, during festivals, dance performances, and dramas,”

She adds, “I enjoyed experimenting with makeup. While I haven’t received professional makeup training, my background as a classical dancer familiarised me with makeup intricacies. Anita and I prefer elegant sarees in vibrant colours, including solid and pastel shades, giving my appearance a classy and refined touch. Even in Western attire, I incorporate Indian fabrics for an Indo-Western fusion look. The jewellery complements this fusion, blending traditional and modern designs. With my acting experience, I can attest that the right makeup and styling are the foundation for a character’s appearance, providing a distinct personality to each role.”

Watch your favourite ‘Anita Bhabi’ aka Vidisha Srivastava, in &TV’s Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, airing 10:30 pm, Monday to Friday.